Lab Assistant II: Training & Quality Liaison

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

Lewiston (ID)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho seeks a Lab Assistant II to perform advanced technical and clerical duties across multiple lab functions, including specimen collection, processing, data entry, and quality control.

You will support training of new staff and assist with quality improvement initiatives, acting as a liaison for clinical and administrative coordination. Ideal candidates show growing autonomy, leadership potential, and a commitment to accuracy and safety in a

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Registration and supervisory experience in a hospital or physician office setting is required.
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance rules is required.
Familiarity with medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collects, receives, identifies, labels, processes, and transports specimens including send-outs and drop-offs.
Performs clerical duties including phones, data entry, and documentation.
Assists with and performs waived laboratory testing.
Supports training and onboarding of new Lab Assistants.
Maintains and troubleshoots lab equipment and phlebotomy stations.
Collaborates with providers and staff to ensure timely communication of results.
Participates in laboratory quality improvement projects and in-service training.
Maintains supply inventory and ensures lab area is organized, clean, and compliant with infection control standards.
Responds to laboratory incidents and assists in utility failure procedures.