Core Technician Assistant

About the role

The Core Technician Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager and/or the Laboratory Supervisor. Responsibilities include supporting the Medical Laboratory Technician and Medical Technologist in a variety of pre-analytical and analytical activities leading to the reporting of accurate and reliable laboratory results, as well as ensuring the laboratory methods are performed in accordance with laboratory policies.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Minimum one (1) year of recent laboratory experience which includes specimen processing and laboratory computer functions

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Working Conditions

May change as needs evolve.

About Deaconess Hospital

Founded in 1896, MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving the greater Spokane region. Deaconess is home to a Level III Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center, Maternal Fetal Medicine program and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It is the only hospital in the area with national accreditation in bariatric surgery. Deaconess provides high-quality inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic and emergency services.

About the Spokane Community

Spokane, in eastern Washington along the Spokane River and near the Selkirk Mountains, offers a vibrant city experience with endless access to outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, golf courses, wineries, and nearby national parks, combined with a thriving arts and culture scene. Spokane delivers the perfect balance of city living and Pacific Northwest recreation year-round.

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community
• Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
• Growth and education
• Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you
• Well-being and support
• Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life
• Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
• Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Pay and Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off
• Pay scale is $24.62 - $36.93 USD
• Pay influenced by factors such as skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education
• If associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align