Lead Laboratory Assistant, Full Time, Day Shift

Adventist Health; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Mendocino County seeks an organized lead for the phlebotomy and processing area. You will supervise phlebotomists, interns and staff, update policies, and streamline workflows to protect patient safety and privacy while delivering accurate results.

You will ensure timely specimen processing, mentor staff, and collaborate with physicians and lab teams to maintain high-quality patient care in a critical access hospital setting on the California coast.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI.
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred.
• Three years' Phlebotomy experience in acute care environment: Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture or skin puncture and prepares samples for testing.
• Manages specimen accessioning, labeling and processing to ensure identity and integrity.
• Monitors workload, assigns duties, and mentors students and staff in phlebotomy.
• Ensures privacy and safety per PHI regulations and improves workflow efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains a clean, compliant work environment.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Education

High School Education/GED

Associate’s/Technical Degree

Job description

Located where miles of breathtaking ocean views meet dense coastal forests, Adventist Health Mendocino County has a rich history serving community members on the coast since 1971. We are comprised of a 25-bed critical access hospital and offer a range of services in Fort Bragg. The Mendocino Coast offers a small-town atmosphere and is known for its natural beauty, from the smallest to the tallest redwoods in the world, to glass bottom beaches and the only oceanfront botanical gardens in the United States. With whale watching, fishing, hiking trails and many more outdoor adventures readily available, this coastal region is a place to immerse yourself in its landscape and history.

Job Summary

Organizes and coordinates the overall operation of the clinical laboratory phlebotomy and processing area, including staffing and work assignments of the phlebotomists, laboratory assistants, and interns. Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen blood borne pathogen protection/safety measures. Ensures the timely delivery of accurate phlebotomy procedures. Serves as the liaison between phlebotomy, laboratory, physicians, patients, family and other hospital staff. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. This position is represented by UFCW.

Job Requirements

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Three years' Phlebotomy experience in acute care environment: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) license: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI

Essential Functions

• Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture or skin puncture, according to policy and procedure. Receives and prepares for testing, various types of body fluids, following established procedure to ensure the integrity and positive identification of the specimen submitted. Completes specimen accessioning activities including receiving, sorting, labeling and processing specimen; enters information into the Laboratory Information System. Processes a specimen which may include mixing specimens and spinning the specimen in a centrifuge while maintaining the integrity and quality of the specimens.
• Assesses the condition of specimens, obtains the appropriate assistance regarding the proper storage conditions. Stores, directs and disposes patient specimens according to established procedure. Prints reports/logs, evaluates and follows up discrepancies to ensure that all specimens have been accounted for and processed. Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.
• Assesses and monitors the Laboratory workload and assigns duties, adjusts assignments, and provides input and assistance during difficult tests. Ensures the completion of routine and priority (emergency and triage) tasks within established departmental time frames, including stepping in to perform tests as needed. Mentors and fosters a constructive learning environment that helps students and new staff build confidence in their skills, knowledge and abilities.
• Participates in laboratory quality improvement processes, including updating and revision of safety and procedure manuals and interdisciplinary projects. Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after each procedure. Maintains strictest confidence of all patient protected health information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure. Performs quality specimen handling in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of patient privacy.
• Receives incoming calls for the laboratory and assists the caller as appropriate or transfers these calls to the appropriate laboratory section or person. Performs general non-technical tasks, such as sorting and preparing reports being sent to physicians’ offices, sorts and distributes department mail, sets up meetings and maintains appointment calendars for department. Inventories and orders laboratory accessories and supplies ensuring to maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 60210
Job Category : Assistant
Posting Date : 2026-10-08T00:06:46+00:00
Locations :
Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Assignment Category : Full-time regular
Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $33.62. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.
Hiring Department : Laboratory Administration
Shift Length : 8 Hours