Lab Support Technician - Full Time

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Mercy Hospital Fort Smith Until 10/6/2026 0+ years exp First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

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:

Lab Support Tech

Full Time

Mercy - Fort Smith

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum.

Other:

•  Successful completion of probationary period
•  No active disciplinary actions or active performance improvement plans

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: College level Chemistry, Biology or other Science courses

Experience: Previous experience in a clinical laboratory
 

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.

About this role

Summary

Support lab operations, collect specimens, process reports, ensure confidentiality, and provide excellent customer service.

Job title

Lab Support Technician - Full Time

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Fort Smith, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diplomalaboratory supportspecimen collectionHIPAA

Preferred skills

science coursesclinical laboratory experience

Specializations

specimen collectionlaboratory supportclinical laboratory
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fort Smith, AR, USA

On-site City