Laboratory Assistant 3

St Luke; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's Health System in Boise is seeking an experienced Lab Assistant to join the Anatomic Cytology Services team in a full-time Lab Assistant 3 role. The position handles pre-analytical processing of specimens and may assist with procurement and preparation for testing.

You will mentor team members, transcribe orders, ensure proper labeling and handling, and support POCT where applicable; strong accuracy and patient communication are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of lab or related experience preferred.
• No licenses or certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe laboratory testing orders accurately.
• Ensure specimens are properly identified, labeled, collected, and stored.
• Perform advanced specimen processing and route specimens to testing areas.
• Demonstrate knowledge of specimen collection across age groups and health conditions.
• Perform POCT where applicable.
• Explain collection procedures to patients and reduce anxiety.
• May mentor other team members on advanced tasks.
• Maintain PPE compliance and a safe, clean work environment.
• Register patients or provide courier services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Specimen processing

Order transcription

POCT

Patient instruction

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Anatomic Cytology Services Boise Hospital Flr 1

Position Type

Full-Time

Job ID

158996

City

State

ID

Category

Laboratory Services

Description & Requirements

St. Luke's Health System has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Lab Assistant to join our Boise Anatomic Cytology Services team in a full-time Lab Assistant 3 position! The Lab Assistant 3 is responsible for the pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens AND/OR for the procurement and preparation of laboratory specimens for testing. Performs tasks and tests under limited supervision and acts as a mentor to all team members.

What You Can Expect:

• Transcribe laboratory testing orders in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Ensure specimens are properly identified, labeled, collected, and stored.
• Advanced specimen processing. - Distribute or track specimens to the appropriate areas of the laboratory for testing.
• Advanced knowledge of specimen collections from individuals of varying ages, diverse physical and mental disabilities, and health conditions.
• Proficient in performing Point of Care Testing (POCT), if applicable to the site.
• Explain collection procedures and provide patient instructions to ensure the accurate collection or preparation of specimens, to facilitate patient/caregiver understanding, and to reduce patient anxiety. Handle moderate patient complications and address basic patient concerns.
• May act as a resource for other team members on advanced tasks, complex questions, and/or patient concerns.
• Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment
• May register patients or provide courier services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: 2 years experience.
- Licenses/Certifications: None.

What's In It For You

At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.