Lab Assistant Lead **UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital** 1 Positions ID: 47666464 Posted On 02/06/2026 **Job Overview** + **Area of Interest:** Laboratory + **FTE/Hours per pay period:** 1.0 + **Department:** Laboratory + **Shift:** 1st shift, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, for 80 hours. There is no regular scheduled weekend rotation, but you will need to fill in as needed. + **Job ID:** 178321 **Overview** **Shift:** Full-time, 1st shift 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, for 80 hours per pay period. There is no regular scheduled weekend rotation, but will need to fill in as needed. The **Laboratory Assistant III** plays an important role in the lab. The LA III is the face of the lab interacting with patient and healthcare personnel. Primary responsibilities include training of students and new team members on all aspects of the position in addition to being a lead for the department by prioritizing and directing the work as needed to ensure best patient care. Responsibilities also include processing laboratory specimens for testing, evaluating specimen acceptability, patient registration, specimen collections, complex troubleshooting and customer service. Duties vary by location but may include phlebotomy, waived and moderate laboratory testing, microbiology setups. **Why UnityPoint Health?** At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:     + Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. + Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. + Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. **Responsibilities** + Primary responsibility for sample receiving, processing and delivery of specimens to testing areas. + Prepares reference laboratory specimens to assure specimen handling and shipping requirements are met. + Registers, orders, and accessions specimens utilizing the laboratory and hospital information systems. + Assists with and often leads orientation to all employees and students. + Develops, maintains, and updates training and competency programs as necessary to ensure quality and to maintain accreditation. + Correctly performs and documents testing, troubleshooting, quality control and maintenance on testing. **Qualifications** **Education:** + High School Diploma/GED + Associate degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42 CFR 493 is preferred. **Experience:** + 1 or more years of previous experience in a clinical laboratory. **Certification/License:** + Certified as a Phlebotomy Technician, ASCP-certified Medical Laboratory Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant is preferred. Primary Contact 13511 Michelle Pickel HR Recruiter, HR 563-589-2608 Phone Phone Phone Fax michelle.pickel@unitypoint.org Email True False False **Job Details** Categories Health Care Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time **Qualifications** Education Associates Company ID 168 Job REQ # 47666464 \# Positions 1 Start Date 20260206 End Date 20260317 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Physical Therapy Assistant-Outpatient UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital Certified or Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Medical Associates Med Lab Tech MLT Microbiology MercyOne Leadership Opportunity for CMA, LPN, or RN: Clinic Medical Associates Utilization Management Assistant Cottingham & Butler/ SISCO Certified Medical Assistant Scholarship - 100% Ful Medical Associates Assistant Director of Clinical Education- Physical Clarke University Medical Lab Tech (MLS or MLT) Medical Associates Medical Lab Tech (graduating in 2026) - Tuition Re Medical Associates Online Program! Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Medical Associates **Share this Job** UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital **About the Company** **A CAREER AT UNITYPOINT HEALTH - FINLEY HOSPITAL** UnityPoint Health team members come for a job, but stay for a career. As a team member, regardless of your position, you'll get the chance to change lives on a daily basis in order to deliver our vision of the Best Outcome for Every Patient, Every Time. That privilege drives employees' passion for making a difference in the lives of our patients, helping them create healthier, more rewarding lives. At UnityPoint Health - Finley Hospital, we know our collective actions determine the experience we create. Our team members strive to work as one through four key values: * Foster Unity * Own the Moment * Champion Excellence * Seize Opportunity If you are interested in joining our team, please visit http://www.unitypoint.org/dubuque/employment-opportunities to learn about our many opportunities and to fill out an online application. **ABOUT OUR HOSPITAL** UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital is a 126-bed community hospital. We employ more than 800 full-and-part-time employees. Finley Hospital is a not-for-profit, locally owned, regional healthcare facility part of the UnityPoint Health system. Finley Hospital is committed to bringing the best medical care to the tri-state area. We offer comprehensive, full service health care that is coordinated around our patients. We have consistently been recognized as a leader in health care.