Senior Laboratory Assistant - Cytology Prep & POCT Mentor

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

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.