Lab Assistant

OverviewNestled in the heart of East Sacramento Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center Ventricular Assist Device and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars Practice Green Health 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission vision and values.Responsibilitiesob Summary:The incumbent accurately and efficiently performs all necessary laboratory services, which may include but are not limited to, patient registration, test ordering, pre-analytical and post-analytical specimen processing, communicating results or other relevant report data, and limited reporting functions. Processes all specimens with appropriate use of the hospital and laboratory information systems. Includes other duties as assigned in accordance with job function and policy.We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft

Adoption Assistance

Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

Retirement Programs

Wellness Programs

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

One year experience as a Laboratory Assistant in an acute care hospital required.

Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory terminology, aseptic technique, laboratory tests and specimen handling and proper safe technique in the handling of hazardous materials and biological specimens.

Pay Range$30.59 - $33.53 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.