English Language, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Hospital Systems, Laboratory, Medical Assistance, Medical Coding, Medical Records, Medicare, Mentoring, People Management, Phlebotomy, Precision Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Sample/Specimen Processing, Specimen Collection, Specimens/Samples, Technical Support, Time Management, Tuition Reimbursement
- Area of Interest: Laboratory
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: General Laboratory
- Shift: 40hrs /week varying shifts
- Job ID: 180744
Overview
Lab Support Tech
Full-time, coverage for 1st and 2nd shift.
NO CERTIFICATION OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
- Specimen Processing: Register, order, and accession specimens using lab and hospital systems; verify patient information and ensure test accuracy and compliance with coding and Medicare policies
- Specimen Collection: Perform phlebotomy and specimen handling, including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, organizing, storing, and preparing for transport per DOT and IATA regulations
- Critical Thinking: Evaluate specimen integrity and appropriateness; resolve issues and cancel or adjust orders as needed
- Communication: Provide guidance on specimen collection, lab processes, and results; monitor orders to ensure timely collection
- Training: Train, mentor, and evaluate students and new staff
Qualifications
Education:
High school graduate or equivalent required.
Training as a unit clerk, medical assistant, medical secretary, or phlebotomist is preferred.
Coursework in biology and/or chemistry is considered.
Previous employment in a medical setting, in computer operations, and/or with telephone demands is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.