Laboratory Assistant

at  Providence

DESCRIPTION

Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, the Laboratory Assistant performs a variety of laboratory functions, which may include the following: Maintains laboratory supplies by ordering, receiving and stocking them. Answers the telephone and relays messages. Performs general laboratory duties including general cleaning, instrument maintenance, copying, faxing, transcribing and scanning results, and other related duties. Registers patients and accessions specimens into the computer system. Labels, processes and distributes samples. Prints pending logs. Prints, copies and distributes reports depending upon department. Complete other duties specific to each individual department. Follows the principles outlined Compliance/Integrity Program Handbook and adheres to all regulatory requirements for this position. Utilizes age related concepts for neonates (0-1 month) infants (1 month to age 1) toddlers (1-2 years), preschoolers (3-5 years), school age (6-12 years) of adolescents (ages 13-17) and adult patients including early adult (ages 18-35) middle adult (ages 36-65) and older adult (ages 66+) when communicating with patients and families, using medical equipment, or participating in diagnostic or other procedures.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children’s Hospital 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:

• H.S. Diploma or GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Documentation of a higher education
• Coursework/Training: Medical Assistant course
• Upon hire: BACE (Biotechnician Assistant Credentialing Exam) certificate
• Computer experience
• Laboratory or related science experience

Please refer the Job description for details