Laboratory Assistant 1

St. Luke's Health System•Boise, ID

20h

About The Position

St. Luke’s Health System is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant 1 to support diagnostic and clinical operations across multiple service areas, including inpatient and outpatient phlebotomy, specimen processing, and client services. The position emphasizes professionalism, accuracy, patient-centered care, and support of laboratory operations. The posting lists full-time and part-time positions at various locations, with the general information identifying the department as Laboratory Boise Hospital Flr 1 in Boise, Idaho.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and service excellence.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program or equivalent experience.
National certification, such as ASCP, NHA, or NCCT.
One year of experience in a clinical or hospital-based laboratory setting.
Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and laboratory information systems (LIS).
Interest in growing in the health care field, specifically in laboratory work.

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection while following safety and quality standards.
Identify patients accurately and label specimens to maintain integrity and traceability.
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care during specimen collection and address patient concerns.
Keep phlebotomy workstations and equipment clean and operationally ready.
Receive, verify, and process inpatient and outpatient specimens according to laboratory protocols.
Prepare specimens for analysis or transport, including proper handling, storage, and documentation.
Enter data into the laboratory information system and collaborate with clinical teams to resolve discrepancies.
Monitor specimen quality and maintain chain of custody throughout processing.
Respond to provider and clinical staff inquiries about laboratory testing and specimen requirements.
Use internal resources and subject matter expertise to provide accurate, timely information.
Document client-service interactions and escalate complex or unresolved issues according to established protocols.