Lab Assistant - West Des Moines (PRN - As Needed)

Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant Opportunity

Looking for a career where you love what you do and who you do it with? You're in the right place. Healthcare here is different we're locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions are always made right here in Central Iowa. By working at The Iowa Clinic, you'll get to make a difference while seeing a difference in our workplace. Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we're committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place. Think you've got what it takes to join our TIC team? Keep reading

A day in the life

Wondering what a day in the life of a Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant at The Iowa Clinic might look like?

• Arrive at work in the morning no night shifts here!
• Collects, processes and stores patient samples as per protocol and safety guidelines.
• Performs patient testing within specified timelines.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment.
• Potential to move up to helping maintain the equipment, ensuring that calibration and maintenance are completed with appropriate time frames.

This job might be for you if you have

• A desire to find a meaningful, fulfilling career
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year laboratory experience
• Demonstrates ability to consistently meet work schedule demands in the clinic.
• Obtains adequate blood specimens from patients using appropriate specimen collection and handling procedures.
• Labels all specimens in accordance with clinical laboratory standards and Clinic policies and procedures
• Prepares specimens for delivery or delivers to appropriate laboratory areas.
• Within scope of training, performs laboratory testing utilizing laboratory equipment in accordance with Clinic policies/procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
• Performs computer functions to support collection and processing of specimens.
• Maintains awareness of own safety in carrying out duties and responsibilities. Adheres to universal precautions and infection control policies and procedures.
• Assumes accountability for enhancing own knowledge through workshops, in-services, etc.

Bonus points if

• You love exceeding people's expectations
• You enjoy having fun where you work
• Finding meaningful connections is what you live for

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