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Providence St. Joseph Health Laboratory Assistant or Associate Laboratory Assistant in Walla Walla, Washington
Description This is a combined posting for Laboratory Assistant and Associate Laboratory Assistant. The requirements of each role are listed below under each associated title. Consideration for each role will be based on qualifications. If you have the qualifications of any one of these two positions, we encourage you to apply. Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Mary 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. The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for completing and maintaining competency in specimen processing and packing, phlebotomy, and client services. Assists in the pre-analytical phase of select testing. Upholds laboratory compliance and accreditation through adherence to established departmental policies and procedures, safety standards, and infection control standards. Mentors and trains students and employees. Performs other duties as assigned. The Associate Laboratory Assistant is responsible for completing and maintaining competency in specimen processing and packing, phlebotomy, and client services. Assists in the pre-analytical phase of select testing. Upholds laboratory compliance and accreditation through adherence to established departmental policies and procedures, safety standards, and infection control standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Laboratory Assistant: Required Qualifications: Completion of a formal Phlebotomy Training program Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification upon hire Two (2) years of previous phlebotomy experience Preferred Qualifications: ASCP Certified Phlebotomist upon hire Laboratory Assistant, Salary Range: Walla Walla, WA, United States $17.73 - $27.09 Associate Laboratory Assistant Required Qualifications: Completion of a formal Phlebotomy Training Program Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification upon hire Preferred Qualifications: Previous phlebotomy experience Associate Laboratory Assistant, Salary Range: Walla Walla, WA, United States $16.37-$25 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. Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards. About the Team Providence has been serving the Inland Northwest since 1886 when Mother Joseph and the Sisters of Providence founded Sacred Heart Medi