Senior Laboratory Assistant - Clinical Laboratory

Providence Health & Services; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Laboratory Assistant to join their team at Mission Hospital. This role is pivotal in the collection and processing of blood specimens, ensuring quality care for patients across all age groups. You will thrive in a culture dedicated to patient-focused care, where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is supported. With a commitment to understanding and respect, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others while enjoying best-in-class benefits designed to support your well-being and financial security.

Qualifications

• California Certified Phlebotomy Technician License required.
• 1 year of laboratory phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process blood specimens for various patient demographics.
• Assist with outpatient specimen collection and microbiology specimen inoculation.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen Collection

Patient Care

Education

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I License

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician II License

Job description

The Senior Laboratory Assistant is responsible for the collection and processing of blood specimens, providing assessment and care for neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric in-patients, emergency room patients, and patients from other hospital services as needed. He/she will assist as necessary with outpatient specimen collection and processing. The inoculation of microbiology specimens onto primary media and the processing of specimens for referral testing are also responsibilities of the position. He/she is proficient in required competencies.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center 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:

• California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I License upon hire, or
• California Certified Phlebotomy Technician II License upon hire.

Preferred Qualification:

• 1 year of Laboratory phlebotomy experience.

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.