Lab Support Technician I
Cape Girardeau, MO, United States
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- lab technician
- clinical laboratory
- specimen collection
The Lab Support Technician I provides essential support in laboratory operations, including specimen collection, processing, transport, and data management, while ensuring adherence to safety and confidentiality standards. This role requires excellent customer service and collaboration within a healthcare provider team. The position typically demands a high school diploma or equivalent and preferred background in science or clinical laboratory experience.
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Lab Support Technician (LST I) is part of the provider care team acting in a support capacity for reports, data and scheduling functions of the laboratory. This position is responsible for providing accurate, timely and effective provision of laboratory support. The LST I will be required to exhibit excellent customer service skills in line with the Mercy Signature Service with all internal and external customer interactions. The LST I is responsible as required for the skillful acquisition of laboratory specimens for testing, utilizing safe, accurate, effective, professional methodologies while observing HIPAA confidentiality requirements and lab policies. The LST I will be responsible for all processing, transport and referral of all types of laboratory specimens and reports as required. In order for the co-worker to achieve the competencies of the LST I position they must be observed by laboratory management or designee and complete all departmental checklists for the LST I position. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.Position Details:
Location
Mercy Hospital Southeast - Lab Onsite
1701 Lacey Street
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Hours/Schedule
Full-Time (40-hrs per week)
Days, Evenings, Weekends
Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum.
Licensure:
Experience:
Certifications:
Other: Successful completion of probationary period
No active disciplinary actions or active performance improvement plans
Preferred Education: College level Chemistry, Biology or other Science courses
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: Previous experience in a clinical laboratory
Preferred Certifications:
Preferred Other:
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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