LAB ASSISTANT II

Position Overview

Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center – Now Hiring a Lab Assistant II. Mercy Medical Center has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies (2023–2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women (2025). Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, our hospital offers a supportive, empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals make a meaningful impact in providing compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support technical areas in Histology and Surgical Pathology.
• Independently perform specimen accessioning, preparation, and storage.
• Perform waived technical procedures, including associated quality control and preventive maintenance.
• Participate in quality management processes as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Good communication skills, with entry-level computer knowledge and typing skills.
• Computer proficiency: Ability to utilize Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and laboratory information systems (e.g., EPIC).
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions when necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with colleagues, patients, and visitors.
• Ability to follow both written and oral instructions with flexibility and personal integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of technical or administrative lab experience.
• Training and experience as a Laboratory Assistant in an accredited computerized laboratory.
• Prior laboratory experience is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a generous company match and “catch up” provision.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement available.
• Access to Mental Health resources and other wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Employer-paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees.
• Voluntary benefits including discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans.
• Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for embodying Mercy’s Mission and Values.