Laboratory Assistant - per diem

Providence; Lacey, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence in WA is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to perform phlebotomy, CLIA waived tests and routine laboratory duties, including specimen handling, LIS/HIS operation, and specimen shipping. The role requires at least 1 year of MA or Lab Assistant experience and Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification at hire. It offers diverse shifts and comprehensive benefits.

Join a team dedicated to patient-focused care and accuracy in testing.

Qualifications

• Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification required at hire.
• At least 1 year of experience performing phlebotomy and CLIA waived testing in a clinical setting.
• Preferred WA State-approved Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy training program.

Responsibilities

• Perform reception and telephone duties.
• Operate laboratory equipment including HIS/LIS systems.
• Handle and process specimens and ship to reference laboratories.
• Perform and document quality control on analyzers.
• Register, order, and obtain patient samples per physician orders.
• Phlebotomy collection of blood samples (skin puncture and venipuncture).
• Arrange supplies and support team with shift flexibility.

Skills

Phlebotomy

CLIA waived testing

Clinical laboratory duties

Reception/phone duties

Education

Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification

Job description

Description

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for clinical laboratory duties to include, but are not limited to: Reception and Telephone duties, operating laboratory equipment including HIS/LIS systems, specimen handling and processing, shipping of Laboratory specimens for at Reference Laboratories. Performs Waived CLIA testing (e.g. Influenza, RSV, Group Strep A, urine HCG, MONO, WBC, Hemoglobin, CMP, INR, UA and IFOB). Perform and document quality control on analyzers such as the Piccolo, HemoCue and Urocheck. Documentation on daily worksheets. Registering, ordering and obtaining patient samples per physician orders. Phlebotomy - collection of Blood samples. Obtaining blood samples by skin puncture and venipuncture. Therapeutic blood collection and Bone Marrow. Order and distribute supplies. Must have the ability to work varying shifts.

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

Required qualifications:

• Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification


• 1 year experience as a Medical Assistant or Laboratory Assistant performing phlebotomy and CLIA waived testing in a clinical setting.

Preferred qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy training Program/Course approved by WA State.

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. 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

Providence has been serving the Pacific Northwest since 1856 when Mother Joseph and four other Sisters of Providence arrived in Vancouver, Washington Territory. Today, Providence is the largest health care provider in Washington located in communities large and small across the state. In western Washington, Providence provides care throughout the greater Puget Sound from Snohomish County to Lewis County.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Pay Range: $21.30 - $32.37