Lab Support Tech I-WKND

MHM Support Services; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy invites applications for a Lab Support Technician (LST I) in Fort Smith to join the provider care team. This role supports laboratory reports, data and scheduling with emphasis on customer service and accuracy.

The LST I handles specimen processing, transport and referrals, while observing HIPAA confidentiality and lab policies. Training will include completing department checklists to build competency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification within 6 months of hire.
• Probationary period completion is required.
• Preferred: college-level Chemistry, Biology or other science courses.
• Preferred experience in a clinical laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, timely laboratory support for reports, data and scheduling.
• Acquire laboratory specimens using safe, accurate, and professional methods.
• Handle processing, transport and referral of specimens and reports.
• Adhere to HIPAA confidentiality requirements and lab policies.
• Complete departmental checklists to achieve LST I competencies.

Skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma

BLS Certification

Probationary period

College level Chemistry/Biology (preferred)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! TheLab Support Technician (LST I) is part of the provider care team acting in a support capacity for reports, data and scheduling functions of the laboratory. This position is responsible for providing accurate, timely and effective provision of laboratory support. The LST I will be required to exhibit excellent customer service skills in line with the Mercy Signature Service with all internal and external customer interactions. The LST I is responsible as required for the skillful acquisition of laboratory specimens for testing, utilizing safe, accurate, effective, professional methodologies while observing HIPAA confidentiality requirements and lab policies. The LST I will be responsible for all processing, transport and referral of all types of laboratory specimens and reports as required. In order for the co-worker to achieve the competencies of the LST I position they must be observed by laboratory management or designee and complete all departmental checklists for the LST I position.Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Lab Support Tech Full Time - Weekend Mercy - Fort Smith

Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certifications: BLS within 6 months of hire
• Other: Successful completion of probationary period No active disciplinary actions or active performance improvement plans
• Preferred Education: College level Chemistry, Biology or other Science courses
• Preferred Experience: Previous experience in a clinical laboratory

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to the help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they travelled to St. Louis. The years to the come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy.