Medical Lab Technician I - PRN

Mercy Co; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory Support Technician (LST III) at Mercy is part of the provider care team responsible for accurate, timely laboratory support, specimen collection, processing and reporting. You will interact with patients and staff, upholding Mercy Signature Service Standards and HIPAA requirements.

The role emphasizes skills in specimen collection, laboratory assistance, and customer service, within Mercy’s mission and care standards. This is a full-time on-site position with Mercy facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year phlebotomy or clinical laboratory experience.
• Previous Mercy LST II designation or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Specimen collection and handling for laboratory testing.
• Processing, transport and referral of specimens and reports.
• Assist technologists with test methods and ensure HIPAA confidentiality and lab policy compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Laboratory Support Technician (LST III) 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 accurate, timely and effective provision of laboratory support mechanisms. The LST III will be required to exhibit excellent customer service skills in line with the Mercy Signature Service Standards with all customer interactions. The LST III is responsible for the skillful acquisition of all required types of specimens for laboratory testing utilizing safe, accurate, effective, professional methodologies while observing HIPAA confidentiality requirements and lab policies as required. The LST III will be responsible for all processing, transport and referral of all types of laboratory specimens and reports as required. The LST III is responsible for limited laboratory testing and for assisting technologists in all appropriate test methods as required. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: One year phlebotomy or clinical laboratory experience. Previous Mercy LST II designation or equivalent experience.

The LST III position must:

• Satisfactorily complete the specific facility competencies, including but not limited to checklist, written examination, management observation, etc., to be eligible for advancement to the next higher job description.
• Have no active disciplinary actions or active performance improvement plans.
• Successfully complete the probationary period.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: College level chemistry, Biology or other Science courses

Experience: Phlebotomy preceptor experience.

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.