Laboratory Assistant
About the role
Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, Phlebotomy (or Supervisor, Point of Care, or Supervisor, Clinical Laboratory), you will perform and report waived and moderately complex laboratory tests in chemistry, hematology, and microbiology; process specimens for clinical analysis and phlebotomy; assist technologists; react to changes in productivity; and handle other tasks as assigned. Patients range from infants to geriatrics.
Responsibilities
- Perform and report waived and moderately complex laboratory tests in chemistry, hematology, and microbiology.
- Process specimens for clinical analysis and phlebotomy.
- Assist technologists with laboratory procedures.
- React to changes in productivity and adjust workflow accordingly.
- Handle other assigned tasks related to laboratory operations.
Required qualifications
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited educational institution.
- Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification or Washington Medical Assistant Certification upon hire.
Preferred qualifications
- Completion of a structured or accredited Clinical Assistant training program.
- Two years of phlebotomist experience.
- One year of waived testing experience.
Hiring bonus
A $4,000 hiring bonus is available for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment.
Pay
Base pay range: $21.92 – $33.62 per hour. Additional compensation may be available, including shift differentials, standby/on‑call pay, overtime, premiums, extra‑shift incentives, or other bonus opportunities.
Schedule
Full‑time, 40 hours per week, variable shift.
Benefits
- Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching.
- Medical, dental, and vision health care benefits.
- Life insurance and disability insurance.
- Paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, and other time‑off benefits.
- Voluntary benefits and well‑being resources.
About Providence
Providence’s promise is “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” We provide best‑in‑class benefits, foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and support our 120,000 caregivers across more than 50 hospitals and 1,000 clinics in multiple states. Our mission is to deliver safe, compassionate care while supporting the professional growth and financial security of our team members.
About the team
Located in sunny Tri‑Cities, Washington, Kadlec is the region’s largest non‑profit healthcare provider, offering primary and specialty care, an open‑heart surgery program, an interventional cardiology program, the only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in the area, a world‑class digital outpatient imaging center, and many other innovative services.