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Lab Assistant at MercyOne summary:

The Lab Assistant performs various laboratory duties including collection of blood specimens, preparation of samples for testing, and assisting technical staff with workflow and specimen tracking. They work in hospital laboratory departments or remote Patient Service Centers, ensuring accurate specimen handling for patients of all ages. The role requires phlebotomy certification or experience, medical terminology knowledge, and computer skills to support high-quality patient care.

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MercyOne Newton Medical Center is a fully owned hospital of MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and a member of MercyOne Network. It is located in the city of Newton, Iowa, county seat of Jasper County. Positioned on Interstate 80, the nation’s only east/west transcontinental interstate highway, Newton is about 30 miles east of the Des Moines metropolitan area, which has a population in excess of 400,000. MercyOne Newton has a well-deserved reputation for bucking the trend of diminished health care in rural America by enhancing the quantity and quality of its services during the last two decades. This has been accomplished by expanding, remodeling and providing technological improvements to its physical facilities and by adding new physicians. MercyOne Newton employees and local doctors are known for their highly productive “Iowa work ethic,” emphasis on compassion and quality patient service, and loyalty to the hospital and the community. Our campus in Newton has 48 beds and about 200,000 square feet of space. Attached to the hospital is a 50,000-square-foot medical office building containing local physician practices and the hospital’s physical medicine and rehabilitation center. MercyOne Newton is one of the largest employers in Jasper County, along with the local school system and the county government.

GENERAL SUMMARY :

May work in various laboratory departments to collect blood specimens from hospital patients, work with microbiology or anatomic pathology specimens, or work independently at remote Patient Service Centers. Creates patient accounts, orders laboratory tests, and prepares specimens for testing. Assists technical personnel in sample log-in, testing workflow, and specimen tracking, as appropriate for patient age including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric adults.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Completion of certified Phlebotomy course, or 1 year previous Phlebotomy experience required.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within 3 months of hire.

• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory experience preferred.

• Computer skills required.

• Valid Iowa driver’s license required. Must meet Mercy’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and be at least 18 years of age.

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.

Keywords:

phlebotomy, laboratory assistant, specimen collection, blood draw, sample preparation, medical laboratory, patient service center, medical terminology, healthcare support, clinical testing

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