Flex Laboratory Assistant 1

St. Luke's Health System • Boise, ID

22h • Onsite

About The Position

St. Luke’s Health System is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant to support diagnostic and clinical operations across inpatient and outpatient phlebotomy, specimen processing, client services, and histology. The position serves Treasure Valley locations, including Nampa, Meridian, and Boise.

This is a flex position, with employees working 8 to 32 hours per two-week pay period. Schedules are arranged in advance based on employee availability and department needs, and may vary from week to week. Employees must be available for full-time training for the first 4 to 6 weeks; afterward, schedules may vary from 8 to 40 hours per week. Schedules are provided at least one pay period in advance, and the role is not on-call. Flex positions are not benefits eligible. Availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays is ideal.

The role involves collecting and processing specimens, supporting providers and clinical staff with laboratory testing information, and maintaining accurate documentation and safe, patient-centered service. The position is non-exempt.

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.
• Availability for full-time training during the first 4 to 6 weeks.
• Availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays is ideal.

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 and laboratory information systems.
• Interest in growing a career in health care, specifically 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.
• Keep phlebotomy workstations and equipment clean and ready for use.
• Receive, verify, and process inpatient and outpatient specimens according to laboratory protocols.
• Prepare specimens for analysis or transport, ensuring appropriate handling, storage, and documentation.
• Enter data into the laboratory information system and work with clinical teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor specimen quality and maintain chain of custody throughout processing.
• Respond to providers’ and clinical staff’s questions 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 protocols.

Benefits

• The posting states that flex positions are not benefits eligible.
• The general benefits overview mentions competitive salary and retirement plans, medical, dental, and vision offerings, on-site massages, on-site counseling through the Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, and formal training and career development offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED