Clinic Lab Technician FT Evenings

About the role

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities—that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Procure blood samples via venous and capillary techniques from patients ranging in age from infant to geriatric.
• Utilize the Laboratory Information System for activating, ordering, and resulting laboratory orders from providers and to result laboratory tests.
• Educate patients in the proper collection of specimens such as urine, stool, and sputum.
• Review orders from providers, maintain accuracy in ordering tests, and occasionally call providers' offices to obtain orders.
• Process specimens appropriately, including centrifuging, separating, and storing at the correct temperature to maintain sample integrity.
• Prepare specimens for transfer to reference laboratories, complete required paperwork, and ensure STAT specimens are processed and transported in a timely manner.
• Perform both waived and moderately complex CLIA testing in hematology, urinalysis, and serology areas under the guidance and supervision of an MLT or MT.
• Maintain accurate records, including temperature monitoring, quality control for all laboratory testing, and daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance.
• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment to care for patients while demonstrating Genesis Health System's standards of behavior.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Additional course work up to 1 year in healthcare studies.
• Medical Assistant, Certified Phlebotomist, or other healthcare studies preferred.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new systems and tools quickly.
• Comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Personal presence characterized by honesty, integrity, and caring, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

Benefits

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 11:30 AM–8:00 PM, no weekends or holidays.