Laboratory Assistant

Commonspirit-Health; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - St. Bernardine Medical Center in San Bernardino, CA is seeking a Lab Assistant to collect, prepare, and process patient specimens for diagnostic tests. The role supports emergency department operations and requires attention to detail and a commitment to ongoing learning.

Responsibilities include specimen processing, reagents preparation, equipment maintenance, and data entry. California phlebotomy certification and six months of lab experience are required; ER involvement is

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months as a laboratory phlebotomist.
• California Certified Phlebotomy through the Department of Public Health required.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate care relative to patient needs.
• Play a critical role in the Emergency Room schedule.
• Assist with specimen processing: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting.
• Prepare reagents and solutions per established protocols.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies for cleanliness and function.
• Perform routine tasks: wash glassware, sterilize instruments, prepare culture media.
• Assist with data entry and record-keeping for accuracy and regulations.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by the laboratory supervisor.
• Work in the Emergency Room as required.

Skills

Lab procedures

Attention to detail

Sterile technique

Teamwork

Education

California Phlebotomy Certification

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.

Responsibilities:

• The lab assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care relative to the patient's age-specific needs.
• This lab assistant will play a critical role in the Emergency Room schedule
• Assist with specimen processing, including labeling, centrifuging, and aliquoting.
• Prepare reagents and solutions according to established protocols.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Perform routine lab tasks such as washing glassware, sterilizing instruments, and preparing culture media.
• Assist with data entry and record-keeping, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by the laboratory supervisor.
• Will be required to work in the Emergency Room

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of six (6) months as a laboratory phlebotomist is required.
• California Certified Phlebotomy through the Department of Public Health required. California Phlebotomy Certification

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1928, Dignity Health - St. Bernardine Medical Center is a 342-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Bernardino, California. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, stroke care and orthopedics. Additionally, St.Bernardine Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was recently awarded AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care. It was named one of Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery in 2026.

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