Laboratory Assistant I Job Opening

Providence is calling a Laboratory Assistant I (Lab Outreach Admin, Variable Shift, 1.0 FTE) to Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska. We are a community of caregivers delivering every day on our Mission to provide compassionate care that is accessible for all - especially those who are poor and vulnerable.

In this position you will:

• Provide efficient, accurate, and courteous service for PAMC patients, physicians, employees or residents of Nursing Homes.

• Provide accurate and timely collection and receiving of specimens for all patients in accordance with medical center and laboratory policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations.

• Accurately enter data into hospital and laboratory computer systems related to patient billing and charting.

• Perform processing functions to assure integrity of specimens for testing.

• Explain collection procedure clearly to patient and properly identifies patient prior to collection.

• Obtain complete documentation for the registration process including signatures and related billing information.

• Store blood specimens in appropriate containers and at proper temperatures to assure integrity for testing.

• Measure, aliquot, and prepare urine and body fluid specimens for testing.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications for this position include:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver’s license may be required

• Computer and customer service skills

Preferred qualifications for this position include:

• 6 months in a laboratory setting

• Experience in phlebotomy and specimen processing strongly preferred

About Providence Alaska Medical Center

Providence Health & Services Alaska is among nation’s best employers for healthy lifestyles! The National Business Group on Health, a non-profit association of large U.S. employers, has honored Providence Alaska for its commitment and dedication to promoting a healthy workplace and encouraging our caregivers (employees) and families to support and maintain healthy lifestyles. Mountain-Pacific Quality Health has awarded Providence Alaska Medical Center with its Quality Achievement Award for high-quality care in the areas of heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia and surgical infection prevention. This is the highest honor awarded by Mountain-Pacific.

As the state’s largest hospital, Providence Alaska Medical Center provides full-service, comprehensive care to all Alaskans, a role unmatched by any other in the state. Within our community, you will find top notch ski resorts, kayaking, and wildlife. Enjoying the outdoors is just one of many reasons to live in and explore Alaska!

We offer a full comprehensive range of benefits - see our website for details

http://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/rewards-benefits/

Our Mission

As expressions of God’s healing love, witnessed through the ministry of Jesus, we are steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.

About Us

Providence Health & Services is a not-for-profit Catholic network of hospitals, care centers, health plans, physicians, clinics, home health care and services guided by a Mission of caring the Sisters of Providence began over 160 years ago. Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Variable

Job Category: Phlebotomist & Lab Support

Location: Alaska-Anchorage

Req ID: 226317