? 3 Days Left! Lab Processor

Company: MercyOne
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: July 11, 2025

Job Description:

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: POSITION PURPOSE Under limited supervision and/or according to established policy and procedure,isresponsible for receiving, accessioning, and processing patient specimens in preparation for testing according to established laboratory procedures. Lab Processors are also responsible for handling phone calls, processing patient data, placing test orders/resultsandmaintaininglaboratory records. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Knows, understands, incorporates, anddemonstratesthe Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. - Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide serviceappropriate tothe age of the patients served,in accordance withMercyOne standards. - Is knowledgeable of and activelyparticipatesin improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients.Complies withSafety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures. - Is proficient in theappropriate designateduse of Laboratory Information System, to include but not be limited to, department order entry, specimen log-in,modifycollections, reprint labels, printing collection lists, printing pending collections, and other basic computer functions. - Is responsible forreceiving, appropriatelyloggingand verifying receipt of all specimen types in the laboratory according to laboratory policy and procedure including centrifuge of specimens whereappropriate. Also distributes those specimens appropriately to the designated testing areas of the laboratory. - Effectivelycommunicateswith laboratory staff and clients in a professional manner. Responds promptly and courteously to client requests, concerns, and questions. - Activelyparticipatesin departmental meetings, committees, conferences, professional development opportunities and in-services. - Recognizes and communicates issues/occurrencesutilizingestablished lines of authority andassistsinidentifyingways to resolve variances or unacceptable outcomes. - Responsible for handling phone calls, processing patient data, placing test orders/resultsandmaintaininglaboratory records. - Operation of pneumatic tube system for the receiving of various specimen types and sending of patient records as needed. - Complies withhealth and safety standards and guidelines such asmaintaininga safe environment,reportingand recording of health and safety-related incidents,demonstratingunderstanding of emergency plans, and safe use of department equipment. - Maintains confidentiality of informationpertaining toclients, physicians, employees, and MercyOne business. - Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. - Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and proceduresin order toensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - High School Diploma or GEDrequired. Knowledge of medical terminologypreferred. - Previousexperience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, telephone operations and other office equipmentdesired. - Must be organized, able to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.Must possess good human relations skills and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form. - Must be able to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, and weekend work assignments. - Is able tocommunicate effectively with all members of the health care team. - Is able toperform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change. - Must have a general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e.Healthstream, internet, etc.) - Mustpossessexcellent verbal and written communications skills, presentation skills, advanced analytical skills, be wellorganizedandmaintaina highly professional manner and appearance. - Strong interpersonal, consultative and relationship building skillsin order toinitiate and develop productive collaborativepartnershipwith all levels of leadership across the organization. Ability to effectively influence results, garnersupportand tactfully manage complex relationships within and across the organization.Extremelyhighlevelof diplomacy and tactarerequired.Ability to read the subtle nuances of situation and react/plan accordingly. - Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. - Mustpossessa personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health. 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.

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