Laboratory Assistant - Clinical Laboratory

Providence; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Providence in Petaluma is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy Technician to process specimens, perform phlebotomy, and support Medical Technologists in a fast-paced clinical lab. The role includes clerical duties, data quality control, and answering lab questions for units.

Experience in acute care labs is preferred, with California licensure required upon hire. Join a team that emphasizes patient-centered care, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment in Northern

Qualifications

• Must have California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I License or II License upon hire.
• Preferred: two years of college coursework.
• Preferred: one year of experience as a clinical laboratory assistant in an acute care lab.

Responsibilities

• Process laboratory specimens and perform related phlebotomy duties.
• Perform clerical tasks and maintain daily quality control data.
• Assist Medical Technologists in clinical laboratory tests and handle send-outs.
• Answer phone inquiries and assist units with laboratory questions.
• Assist with collection of other specimen types and maintenance of lab equipment.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Clerical skills

Education

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I License

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician II License

Job description

Description

Process laboratory specimens; perform clerical duties; maintain daily quality control data and assist in maintaining laboratory equipment; assist Medical Technologists in clinical laboratory tests; complete all send outs; answer the phone to assist units with laboratory questions; perform phlebotomy and assist with the collection of other types of specimens.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at NorCal HealthConnect and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications

• Upon hire: California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I License, or
• Upon hire: California Certified Phlebotomy Technician II License

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework/Training: 2 years of college.
• 1 year experience as a clinical laboratory assistant in an acute care laboratory.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits. Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About the Team

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Northern California, Providence provides health care services to Eureka, Fortuna, Healdsburg, Napa, Petaluma and Santa Rosa.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Location and Schedule

Address: CA Petaluma 400 N McDowell Blvd
Work Location: Petaluma Valley Hospital
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $29.26 - $39.01
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.