Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist/CMA

Pathology and Lab Urbandale, Iowa


Description

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 Lab Assistant at The Iowa Clinic might look like?

  • Arrive at work in the morning – no night shifts here!
  • This position works at our Urbandale location.
  • Collects, processes and stores patient samples as per protocol and safety guidelines
  • Maintains a clean, safe work environment and provides maintenance on the equipment within appropriate time frames. 

If clinical- 

  • Assists provider(s) with patient triage, identifies nursing diagnoses or problem lists and formulates an initial plan of care based on assessment data

  • Participate in a department potluck or team building activity over lunch
  • Visit The Iowa Clinic intranet to see what volunteer opportunities are available to you this month and read what is happening around the clinic
  • Return patient calls and ensure all patients feel valued and cared for
  • Leave in the evening – hooray for working standard clinic hours!

This job might be for you if you have…

Qualifications

  • A desire to find a meaningful, fulfilling career
  • Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, medical diagnoses and treatments
  • Exceptional patient skills
  • The ability to prepare and maintain records
  • Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
  • A positive and team-oriented attitude
  • Ability to assist providers in professional manner

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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What’s in it for you

  • One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing
  • Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success
  • Generous PTO accruals and paid holidays
  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits
  • Training and development programs
  • Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party… we could go on and on
  • Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days and clinic-wide competitions
  • Employee rewards and recognition program
  • Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives
  • Employee feedback surveys
  • All employee meetings, team huddles and transparent communication