Lab Assistant: Precision Specimen Processing & Patient Care

CommonSpirit Health; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment program offered

Job summary

CHI Mercy Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to assist in specimen collection, receiving, processing, and distribution of specimens. You will perform clerical duties, handle send-outs, and assist with initial plating while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in a high-volume environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and BLS within 90 days; preferred certification in Lab Assistant/Phlebotomy and at least 6 months of acute care experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• AHA BLS within 90 days.
• Preferred Lab Assistant/Phlebotomy certification.

Responsibilities

• Process, organize, and quickly move samples for testing; handle all lab send-out testing including packaging.
• Practice positive patient identification; demonstrate HumanKindness and good communication skills.
• Take responsibility for workflow and foster collaboration.
• Perform venous and capillary punctures on all age groups, following collection procedures. May assist with training.
• Perform CLIA waived and moderately complex testing, evaluating results under direction.
• Perform routine maintenance, monitor inventory, stock supplies, and manage records.

Skills

Venipuncture

Specimen handling

Patient communication

Education

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomy certification

Job description

CHI Mercy Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to assist in specimen collection, receiving, processing, and distribution of specimens. You will perform clerical duties, handle send-outs, and assist with initial plating while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in a high-volume environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and BLS within 90 days; preferred certification in Lab Assistant/Phlebotomy and at least 6 months of acute care experience.