Portland, OR, USA
26 days ago
Senior Laboratory Assistant

The Asst-Lab 3 is responsible for the accurate and timely receiving, processing, and labeling of laboratory specimens, and the appropriate handling and/or disbursement of laboratory data and patient results. Supports personnel work with acute-care and outpatient caregivers, vendors, consultants, and other Laboratory Services staff in performing their duty.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St Vincent Medical Center 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: 

Coursework/Training - 2 years college education. Courses in biological sciences, anatomy, and medical terminology are preferred. Or equivalent educ/experience,  2 years college education: Verifiable experience which includes proficiency in moderately complex testing. In compliance with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) criminal background check and fingerprinting may be required for position, based on assigned duties. Involves only those positions at PPMC operating the blood irradiator machine. 3 years - Healthcare, or related field experience including phlebotomy-related experience. Demonstrated outstanding Service Excellence experience. Clerical or client services experience. Phlebotomy will be required in float pool and some ministries. Demonstrated experience with State and Federal and other regulatory Compliance regulations including CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services), CAP, TJC (The Joint Commission), CLIA, EMTALA, COBRA and HIPPA.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Coursework/Training: Phlebotomy program with 1 year of phlebotomy related experience. Or  Certification from a Clinical Laboratory Assistant Program, OR 3 years related experience. upon hire: Certification in Phlebotomy, medical assisting, research, or clinical laboratory Industry-related experience in a high volume, acute care setting. 2 years Phlebotomy, medical assisting, research, clinical laboratory experience Job experience in specimen collection, specimen preparation and equipment operation, pneumatic tubes systems and other laboratory equipment.

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.

 

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