Lab Support Technician - Cancer Center (Full Time)

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Lab Support Technician (LST I) to support reports, data and scheduling in the laboratory. You will deliver accurate, timely laboratory support and exemplary customer service in line with Mercy Signature Service.

The role includes specimen collection, processing, transport and referral of specimens while ensuring HIPAA compliance and lab policies. You will be observed by management to ensure competencies and complete departmental checklists for the LST I position, contributing

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or enrolled in a healthcare career program.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to observe HIPAA confidentiality and lab policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, timely laboratory support including reports, data and scheduling.
• Acquire laboratory specimens using safe, accurate methods.
• Process, transport, and refer specimens and reports.
• Maintain patient privacy and Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Lab 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

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum.

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Lab 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

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: College level Chemistry, Biology or other Science courses.


• 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.