Lab Support Technician I - FT, Days

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Mercy Hospital Southeast Until 9/30/2026 First posted August 1, 2026 Last posted August 1, 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:

Location                                                                                 

Mercy Hospital Southeast-Primary Care West                                                 

817 S Mount Auburn                                                            

Cape Girardeau, MO 63701                                                  

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week)

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.

About this role

Summary

Support laboratory functions, collect specimens, process tests, and ensure compliance at Mercy Hospital.

Job title

Lab Support Technician I - FT, Days

Experience level

entry level

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

On-site at Mercy Hospital Southeast, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

specimen collectionlaboratory protocolsHIPAA compliance

Preferred skills

clinical laboratory experiencemedical terminology

Specializations

laboratory supportspecimen collectionhospital
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site