Community Hospital Lab Assistant III, BMTC Lab (Registry)

Benefis Hospitals Inc; Montana; On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Benefis Hospitals Inc in Montana is seeking a Community Hospital Lab Assistant III to perform venipunctures and assist in laboratory duties. Candidates must have phlebotomy experience and be able to work under pressure while adhering to all organizational policies.

The role requires a high school diploma and preferred certifications in phlebotomy or medical secretary. Compensation starts at $19.35 per hour, offering a variable schedule and an opportunity to grow within Montana’s premier health system.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy experience required.
• Technical laboratory assisting skills preferred.
• Ability to manage stressful situations and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and capillary collections competently.
• Assist in the Technical areas as defined by supervisors.
• Follow all regulatory and organizational procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory skills

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Medical Secretary Certification

Job description

## Community Hospital Lab Assistant III, BMTC Lab (Registry)Applylocations: Choteau, MTtime type: Variable Scheduleposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR106012**Benefis is one of Montana’s largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit. At Benefis, we work hard to support our employees in every aspect of their careers by offering outstanding benefits and compensation, state-of-the-art facilities, and multiple growth opportunities. The only thing missing is you!** Performs venipunctures and capillary collection competently and expediently with as little discomfort to patient as possible. This service will encompass all duty locations according to the laboratory’s needs, or any site indicated by the Laboratory Manager. Has thorough knowledge of test requirements, specimen processing, archival, and limited waived point of care testing. Can also service customers as a receptionist for the Laboratory, greeting, assisting, and providing patient/family education. Has agility with use of Lab Information system to efficiently process all specimen add-on and know how to merge orders with proper cancelation with documentation. When assigned, can work in the sendout area, aliquoting and shipping specimens with understanding of wide spectrum of send out tests, their requirements and processes of sending the specimens. With proper orientation and supervision, can assist in the Technical areas, as defined by Department Supervisors and/ or Laboratory Manager - assisting may include Microbiology culture plating and specimen handling, Hematology loading of CBC specimens on analyzers, Urinalysis loading of specimens on analyzer, and Chemistry assisting as directed.Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations. Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict.Will perform all job duties or job tasks as assigned. Will follow and adhere to all requirements, regulations and procedures of any licensing board or agency. Must comply with all Benefis Health System’s organization policies and procedures.**Education/License/Experience Requirements:*** High school graduate or equivalent.* Phlebotomy experience required.* Technical Laboratory Assisting Skills preferred.* Phlebotomy certification or Medical Secretary Certification preferred.**Exemption Wage**Non-Exempt**Starting Wage**$19.35/hourly