Description

Laboratory Assistant - Clinical Lab Department at Providence Holy Family Hospital in Spokane, WA

Assists the medical technologist in coordination and performance of clinical laboratory work. Proficiently obtains blood samples from patients of all ages while maintaining an attitude of courtesy and professionalism. Processes and accessions specimens and associated paperwork according to procedure. Under the supervision of the Medical Technologist, performs preliminary steps of clinical testing, including culture set-up, urinalysis dipstick and slide preparation, automated and manual test set-up in chemistry and hematology. Performs some Laboratory Information System (LIS) and equipment maintenance. May be performs blood bank activities, including checking blood in and out, and coordinating code and uncrossmatched blood emergencies with nursing personnel and Blood center. Able to adapt to a varied and hectic work environment. Some analysis and adaptive thinking is required in the application of operating procedures or technical methods to work problems. Reports to Lab Supervisor.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Holy Family Hospital 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.

Shift Details: Supplemental/On-Call, Variable shift

Required Qualifications:

• Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification

• 1 year Working experience in a clinical laboratory environment, including phlebotomy experience with adults, children, and infants.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training Technical coursework in clinical laboratory science, phlebotomy, or medical assistance.

• Experience with clinical tasks similar to those of this position.

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.

The amounts listed 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. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

About the Team

Providence has been serving the Inland Northwest since 1886 when Mother Joseph and the Sisters of Providence founded Sacred Heart Medical Center. Today, Providence is the largest health care provider in Washington located in communities large and small across the state. In eastern Washington, Providence provides care throughout Spokane, Stevens and Walla Walla counties.

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.

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.

Requsition ID: 325835
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Laboratory
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Per-Diem
Job Shift: Variable
Career Track: Clinical Support
Department: 3043 CLINICAL LAB WA PHFH SPOKANE 1ST FLOOR
Address: WA Spokane 5633 N Lidgerwood
Work Location: Holy Family Hospital-Spokane
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $20.43 - $29.14
The amounts listed 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.