Laboratory Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 employment incentive

Job summary

CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Lab Assistant to collect specimens for diagnostic testing, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

You will perform venipunctures, label and prepare specimens, and support lab operations while adhering to safety protocols. The role emphasizes technical proficiency, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills to ensure accurate diagnostics and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Lab Assistant Program certification; Phlebotomy program certificate.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and other specimens for diagnostic testing with comfort and safety.
• Process, distribute, and handle all incoming specimens.
• Prepare specimens for external testing and manage send-out procedures.
• Identify patients and explain procedures to ensure accuracy and satisfaction.
• Assist team and maintain efficient workflow in the lab.
• Collect blood when qualified and perform CLIA waived tests under supervision.

Skills

Venipuncture

Specimen handling

Phlebotomy

CLIA waivered testing

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Lab Assistant Program certification

Phlebotomy program certificate

Tools

Basic lab equipment

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Lab Assistant, you will competently collect blood and other patient specimens for diagnostic testing, ensuring comfort and safety. Every day you will identify patients, explain procedures, proficiently perform venipunctures, and accurately label/prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, adhering to safety protocols. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional technical proficiency, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills for accurate diagnostics and patient satisfaction.

• Specimen Processing & Distribution: Serve as the primary support for lab operations by organizing, correctly distributing, and carefully handling all incoming specimens


• Send-Out Testing & Preparation: Meticulously prepare and package specimens for external testing, managing all aspects of send-out procedures


• Patient Identification & Service Excellence: Champion positive patient identification and consistently demonstrate "HumanKindness" in all patient interactions


• Collaborative Teamwork & Ownership: Contribute to an efficient workflow by taking ownership of tasks, assisting team members, and fostering a collaborative environment


• Laboratory Testing & Phlebotomy (If Qualified): Perform blood collection for all age groups (including Blood Bank collections) and conduct CLIA waived and moderately complex laboratory testing, evaluating and releasing results under CLS guidance, if qualified and regulated


• Operational Support & Supply Management: Maintain lab equipment, monitor and stock supply inventory, log necessary items, and exercise good judgment, seeking assistance when needed for smooth operations

We are offering a $5,000 employment incentive to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

Job Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent

Preferred

• Lab Assistant Program certification; Phlebotomy program certificate

Where You'll Work

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.

Pay Range

$17.10 - $23.19 /hour