Clinical Laboratory Technologist Jobs in Iowa
Clinical Laboratory Technologist jobs in Iowa reflect steady, consistent demand across hospital networks, independent reference laboratories, and public health systems, with openings ranging from entry-level positions to senior specialist roles. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City, where employers such as UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa Health Care, and MercyOne operate major facilities that rely on laboratory staff year-round. Microbiology, hematology, and blood banking are the specialties with the most persistent openings across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient centered Laboratory Technician II 85% (34hours per week) to work with our UICC River Crossing Family Medicine Clinic. This position also will have a supportive laboratory focus (providing phlebotomy support as well as point of care testing). This position may float to other clinical locations/specialties based on clinical need/hours.
For over 100 years, Iowa Healthcare’s primary focus has been the health and wellness of our patients. We provide care for pregnancy, baby wellness, vaccinations, school and athletic physicals, acute visits, annual check-ups, mental health, on-site laboratory services, and more. Our team builds relationships with patients, monitors their care history, and delivers personalized, compassionate care to every patient. When a patient needs specialty care, our family medicine provider connects them with the appropriate UI Health Care specialist, ensuring a seamless experience by sharing your medical records.
This position comes with the University of Iowa's full, comprehensive benefit package including generous employer contributions into retirement plans, paid vacation and sick leave, and much more! This position also includes FREE on-site parking!
Position Summary:
Under general supervision, the Laboratory Technician II performs phlebotomy and a variety of difficult venipuncture procedures, difficult technical procedures, and other associated responsibilities in the clinical laboratory, while maintaining laboratory area and equipment.
Position Responsibilities:
- Performs phlebotomy.
- Performs routine laboratory testing (urinalysis, blood tests, etc.) on clinical biological specimens such as blood and body fluids. Uses the Laboratory Information System to accession specimens. Performs, or may direct performance of, data entry, labeling and processing of laboratory specimens.
- Prepares specimens for transport to maintain specimen viability.
- Records results of laboratory testing and reports results in the Laboratory Information System and to clinicians in compliance with regulatory requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Operates, calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Performs records and reviews daily quality control as required for assigned testing/instrumentation.
- Cleans and maintains a medium-sized laboratory area and equipment therein, makes inventory reports and performs simple maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Maintains supplies and equipment in medium sized laboratory area and orders additional supplies.
- Distributes incoming freight, laboratory supplies, environmental samples or biological specimens, and packs outgoing sample or specimen containers.
- Seeks assistance from the Laboratory Technical Consultant when complex equipment or technical issues arise. Informs the Laboratory Technical Consultant of significant laboratory variances.
- Responds to, or may direct response to, telephone inquiries regarding laboratory specimens. Investigates and resolves laboratory questions with minimum guidance.
University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
WE CARE Core Values:
- Welcoming - We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education.
- Excellence - We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research.
- Collaboration - We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work.
- Accountability - We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur.
- Respect - We create an environment where every individual feels safe, valued, and respected, supporting the well-being and success of all members of our community.
- Empowerment - We commit to fair access to research, health care, and education for our community and opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff and learners.
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in West Branch, Iowa (and surrounding clinics based on clinical need/hours)
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including paid vacation as well as paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
Percent of Time: 85% (34 hours per week)
Schedule: Variable hours between Tuesday – Friday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm. No on call time, weekends, or holidays required.
Location: Riverside, IA (and surrounding clinics based on clinical need/hours)
Pay Grade: 8 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/merit-plan
Education Required
Two years of related laboratory experience including one year as a Laboratory Technician I or equivalent level experience, OR
Certified Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification, OR
- Any combination of related post high school education and experience which totals two years.
Special Qualification:
- Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
- Availability to provide support to other clinical locations based on clinical need/hours
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Highly Desired Requirements
- Previous EPIC experience
- Previous Family Medicine Clinic experience
- Strong phlebotomy skills
Highly Desired Qualifications
- Ability to demonstrate teamwork and autonomy in all aspects of the role
- Previous phlebotomy experience
- Previous immunization experience
- Previous experience with lab audits
Previous experience handling and processing lab specimens
In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Shaye-short@uiowa.edu.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
The department intends to hire one candidate from either the Licensed Practical Nurse (REQ# 26003926) Medical Assistant II (REQ# 26003927) or Laboratory Technician II (REQ# 26003928) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
- Classification Title: Laboratory Technician II
- Appointment Type: Merit
- Schedule: Part-time
- Pay Level: 08
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Shaye Short
- Contact Email: Shaye-short@uiowa.edu
The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient centered Laboratory Technician II 85% (34hours per week) to work with our UICC River Crossing Family Medicine Clinic. This position also will have a supportive laboratory focus (providing phlebotomy support as well as point of care testing). This position may float to other clinical locations/specialties based on clinical need/hours.
For over 100 years, Iowa Healthcare’s primary focus has been the health and wellness of our patients. We provide care for pregnancy, baby wellness, vaccinations, school and athletic physicals, acute visits, annual check-ups, mental health, on-site laboratory services, and more. Our team builds relationships with patients, monitors their care history, and delivers personalized, compassionate care to every patient. When a patient needs specialty care, our family medicine provider connects them with the appropriate UI Health Care specialist, ensuring a seamless experience by sharing your medical records.
This position comes with the University of Iowa's full, comprehensive benefit package including generous employer contributions into retirement plans, paid vacation and sick leave, and much more! This position also includes FREE on-site parking!
Position Summary:
Under general supervision, the Laboratory Technician II performs phlebotomy and a variety of difficult venipuncture procedures, difficult technical procedures, and other associated responsibilities in the clinical laboratory, while maintaining laboratory area and equipment.
Position Responsibilities:
- Performs phlebotomy.
- Performs routine laboratory testing (urinalysis, blood tests, etc.) on clinical biological specimens such as blood and body fluids. Uses the Laboratory Information System to accession specimens. Performs, or may direct performance of, data entry, labeling and processing of laboratory specimens.
- Prepares specimens for transport to maintain specimen viability.
- Records results of laboratory testing and reports results in the Laboratory Information System and to clinicians in compliance with regulatory requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Operates, calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Performs records and reviews daily quality control as required for assigned testing/instrumentation.
- Cleans and maintains a medium-sized laboratory area and equipment therein, makes inventory reports and performs simple maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Maintains supplies and equipment in medium sized laboratory area and orders additional supplies.
- Distributes incoming freight, laboratory supplies, environmental samples or biological specimens, and packs outgoing sample or specimen containers.
- Seeks assistance from the Laboratory Technical Consultant when complex equipment or technical issues arise. Informs the Laboratory Technical Consultant of significant laboratory variances.
- Responds to, or may direct response to, telephone inquiries regarding laboratory specimens. Investigates and resolves laboratory questions with minimum guidance.
University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
WE CARE Core Values:
- Welcoming - We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education.
- Excellence - We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research.
- Collaboration - We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work.
- Accountability - We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur.
- Respect - We create an environment where every individual feels safe, valued, and respected, supporting the well-being and success of all members of our community.
- Empowerment - We commit to fair access to research, health care, and education for our community and opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff and learners.
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in West Branch, Iowa (and surrounding clinics based on clinical need/hours)
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including paid vacation as well as paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
Percent of Time: 85% (34 hours per week)
Schedule: Variable hours between Tuesday – Friday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm. No on call time, weekends, or holidays required.
Location: Riverside, IA (and surrounding clinics based on clinical need/hours)
Pay Grade: 8 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/merit-plan
Education Required
Two years of related laboratory experience including one year as a Laboratory Technician I or equivalent level experience, OR
Certified Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification, OR
- Any combination of related post high school education and experience which totals two years.
Special Qualification:
- Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
- Availability to provide support to other clinical locations based on clinical need/hours
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Highly Desired Requirements
- Previous EPIC experience
- Previous Family Medicine Clinic experience
- Strong phlebotomy skills
Highly Desired Qualifications
- Ability to demonstrate teamwork and autonomy in all aspects of the role
- Previous phlebotomy experience
- Previous immunization experience
- Previous experience with lab audits
Previous experience handling and processing lab specimens
In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Shaye-short@uiowa.edu.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
The department intends to hire one candidate from either the Licensed Practical Nurse (REQ# 26003926) Medical Assistant II (REQ# 26003927) or Laboratory Technician II (REQ# 26003928) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
- Classification Title: Laboratory Technician II
- Appointment Type: Merit
- Schedule: Part-time
- Pay Level: 08
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Shaye Short
- Contact Email: Shaye-short@uiowa.edu
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Clinical Laboratory Technologist Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- The University of Iowa4
- Eurofins3
- UnityPoint Health3
- CommonSpirit Health2
- Iowa State University2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Education5
- Medical Devices3
- Non-Profit & Social Services2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical laboratory technologist jobs across Iowa.
- Active Iowa clinical laboratory technologist license or recognized national certification such as ASCP
- Associate or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or a closely related field
- Demonstrated proficiency in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, or immunology laboratory procedures
- Experience with laboratory information systems and accurate electronic result documentation
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays in hospital settings
- Strong quality control knowledge and adherence to CLIA regulatory standards in a clinical environment
Clinical Laboratory Technologist Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical laboratory technologist in Iowa?
To work as a clinical laboratory technologist in Iowa, you must hold a license issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health's Laboratory Licensure program, which requires completing an accredited clinical laboratory science program and passing a qualifying examination such as the ASCP Board of Certification exam. Most Iowa employers expect at minimum an associate degree, though a bachelor's in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science, or a closely related field strengthens your application considerably.
Which companies hire clinical laboratory technologists in Iowa?
Employers hiring clinical laboratory technologists in Iowa right now include The University of Iowa, Eurofins, and UnityPoint Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Iowa's integrated health systems and regional hospital networks account for the majority of consistent full-time openings across the state.
Which Iowa cities have the most clinical laboratory technologist jobs?
The cities with the most clinical laboratory technologist openings in Iowa are Iowa City, Ames, and Des Moines. Des Moines drives volume as the state's largest metro with multiple hospital campuses and reference lab facilities, while Iowa City's concentration of University of Iowa Health Care operations anchors a separate cluster of academic and research laboratory positions that pull from across the eastern corridor.
Are there remote clinical laboratory technologist jobs in Iowa?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical laboratory technologist work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical access to specimens and instrumentation, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of clinical laboratory technologist openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those that do offer flexibility tend to involve laboratory informatics, result interpretation, or quality assurance consulting rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a clinical laboratory technologist in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly for new-graduate or student externship positions at Iowa's major health systems, particularly UnityPoint Health and University of Iowa Health Care, both of which regularly bring on candidates who completed accredited clinical rotations. Starting in a phlebotomy technician or laboratory assistant role at a hospital or outpatient clinic is a common lateral move that puts you on the bench and helps you build familiarity with Iowa laboratory workflows before stepping into a technologist position.
Where can I find and apply to clinical laboratory technologist jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to clinical laboratory technologist jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings in one place. Search the available roles, identify the positions that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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