Lab Assistant - Certified

CommonSpirit Health; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital of Folsom, part of CommonSpirit Health, is seeking a Lab Assistant/phlebotomist to support diagnostic testing. You will collect, prepare, and process patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue) using standard procedures and hospital equipment.

Ideal candidates have a foundation in laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and a commitment to learning. California phlebotomy certification upon hire is preferred, with 1 year experience encouraged.

Qualifications

• Lab Assistant/phlebotomist in an acutecare hospital.
• Phlebotomist: CA, upon hire
• Preferred: 1 year experience

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens for diagnostic tests.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to ongoing learning.

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Lab Assistant, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, bringing us one step closer to effectively treating patient illnesses and injuries.
Every day you will utilize your expertise and our advanced technology to precisely collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) for various diagnostic tests.
To be successful in this role, you will possess a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and maintain an eager commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Job Requirements

Required

• Lab Assistant/phlebotomist in an acutecare hospital. and
• Phlebotomist: CA, upon hire

Preferred

• 1 year experience

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1989, Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital is a 106-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Folsom, California. Serving over 60,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Mercy Hospital of Folsom has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and has been awarded the AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care. It was recently named a Leapfrog 2025 Top General Hospital.

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