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Clinical Laboratory Assistant

Missoula, Montana

Req ID 301550 Post Date Apr. 15, 2025 CategoryTechnical & Diagnostic Services FacilityCommunity Medical Center
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Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Community Medical Center is a leading healthcare system with 151 beds offering adult and pediatric treatments and technology combined with medical specialties and certifications often only available in major cities.

Where We Are:

Nestled in the Rocky Mountains of western Montana, Missoula is between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks. Our diverse community serves as western Montana's hub for education and healthcare and offers the perfect blend of four-season outdoor recreation, small town charm and big city amenities.

Why Choose Us:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance for qualified applicants

· Professional development opportunities, cross-training and CE dollars

· And much more…

Position Summary:Major duties involve instructing clients on proper collection and requirements for laboratory specimens. Prepares and processes specimens for analysis in multiple lab departments and for shipping to reference laboratories. Enter, review, and ensure demographic and billing data and testing orders for patients are entered into hospital and laboratory systems. Ensure this information is recorded and entered in accordance with regulatory and institutional requirements. Assist Clinical Lab Scientists and Pathologists by performing CLIA-waived testing, maintenance, and quality control on laboratory equipment. Perform tasks relative to the daily operation of the laboratory which do not require Clinical Lab Scientist licensure. Perform phlebotomy and venipuncture across all patient demographics.

Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent. Experience or education in medical profession. Computer, office equipment, organizational, and team skills. Ability to understand and explain complex instructions. One (1) to two (2) years experience within a Healthcare setting. Medical terminology, basic computer skills required. Clinical Lab Assistant Certification required within 24 months of hire. Military or on the job training preferred. Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA), Cerified Nurse Assistant, or some college course work preferred. Phlebotomy experience preferred

EEOC Statement:

Community Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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