Lab Assistant

Employment Type : Full time

Shift : Evening Shift

Description : Position Purpose :

Greets patients, orders lab work, and collects and processes specimens for analysis by the clinical laboratory staff. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of MercyOne.

What you will Do :

Performs clerical job duties associated with the outpatient drawing area.

Performs collection job duties associated with the outpatient drawing area.

Performs collection job duties associated with the Core Lab.

Performs processing job duties associated with the Core Lab.

Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age related needs of the patients served on his / her assigned unit which may include :

Birth – 28 days             Neonate

1 – 18 Months              Infant

18 Months – 3 Years   Toddler

3 – 6 Years                   Preschool-aged

6 – 12 Years                School-aged

12 – 18 Years              Adolescents

18 – 65 Years              Adults

65+ Years                    Geriatric

Hours / Schedule :

Full Time, 0.8 FTE second shift position. Hours rotate between 1pm and 2pm start times. Every other weekend + rotating holidays.

Minimum Qualifications :

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff and physicians while performing their job duties. Intermediate language, basic math, intermediate reasoning ability.  Personal computer.  Ability to work as a team player. Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Ability to communicate politely and courteously.

Position Highlights and Benefits

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes :

• Wellness programs
• Education reimbursement
• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retirement planning
• Life insurance coverage

Ministry / Facility Information :

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments :

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.

MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.