Lab Assistant

Catholic Health Initiatives; Bismarck (ND); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established health network is seeking a dedicated lab technician to join their team in Bismarck. This role focuses on specimen processing, blood collection, and maintaining efficient lab operations. Candidates will be part of a collaborative environment that values patient care and teamwork. With opportunities for training and development, this position offers a chance to contribute to a legacy of quality healthcare. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and have the required skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required, with experience in lab settings preferred.
• Certification in Phlebotomy or Lab Assistant Program is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with specimen management and clerical duties in the lab.
• Perform blood collection and specimen processing as required.
• Maintain department workflow and assist team members.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen Management

Patient Identification

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Overview

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

Responsibilities

This position may qualify for up to $2500 sign on bonus!

Job Summary / Purpose

Works primarily in the lab specimen processing/intake department of the lab. Assist with specimen management and clerical duties as requested. May perform blood collection and specimen processing. If allowed by local/state regulations, may perform waived or mod complex testing, if appropriate for the department organization.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

1. Practices positive patient identification at all times, in all job functions.
2. Practices HumanKindness and courtesy with all patient and co-worker interactions. Establishes and maintains good communication within the department and with other hospital departments.
3. Takes responsibility for the department workflow, assists all members of the team to maintain department workflow and efficiency. Creates an atmosphere by manner, work and deed that fosters teamwork and collaboration.
4. Processes specimen into the lab, organized for department distribution. Moves processed samples quickly to laboratory departments for testing.
5. Handles Laboratory Send-out testing. Processes, organizes, packing lists and packaging for testing sent to external laboratories according to procedures.
6. Uses good judgment when problem solving and requests help when needed.
7. May perform phlebotomy. Follows blood collection procedures, performs venous and capillary punctures on all age groups of inpatient and outpatient populations, including blood bank collections. Utilizes appropriate collection techniques to obtain quality samples and adheres to appropriate volume requirements.
8. May assist with phlebotomy training under the direction of the supervisor and/or coordinator.
9. As allowed by local and state regulations, may perform CLIA waived and moderately complex laboratory testing following written technical policies and procedures. Evaluates and releases test results under the direction of a Clinical Lab Scientist. Evaluates result validity considering quality control results, instrument performance, specimen integrity and prior patient results.
10. Performs routine maintenance on lab equipment and maintains records as trained.
11. Monitors department supply inventory and assists in stocking, completes reagent logs.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

High School Diploma/GED

Required Certification and License

Nevada: CLA:NV

California: PHLEB:CA

Washington: MAP:WA

Other state license not required

BLS-CPR upon hire/transfer

Preferred Certifications

Lab Assistant Program certification

Phlebotomy program certificate

Pay Range

$17.10 - $22.88 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.