Associate Laboratory Assistant - CLINICAL LAB MISSOULA

About the role

The Lab Aide I is responsible for completing and maintaining competency in phlebotomy, specimen processing, and basic client service tasks. As a phlebotomist, the expectation is to obtain blood samples from patients in a timely manner while following proper collection policy. As a specimen processor, the aide will ensure appropriate labeling has occurred and handle specimens according to policy. Basic client service tasks include requisition entry, requisition checks, and filing.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood samples from patients in a timely manner while following proper collection policy.
• Ensure appropriate labeling has occurred and handle specimens according to policy.
• Complete requisition entry, requisition checks, and filing.

Requirements

Completion of phlebotomy and specimen processing competencies within 3 months of starting in this position. Completion of basic client service competency within 1 year of starting in this position.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certificate upon hire.
• Experience as a phlebotomist and/or completion of a Phlebotomy program preferred.

Skills

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Benefits

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Pay

The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts 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.

Schedule

Per-Diem

Providence

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Patrick 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.

About Providence

Providence is a comprehensive health care organization serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. 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.

Applicant Information

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.