Overview

　　St. Luke’s Health System in Twin Falls, Idaho is seeking a Lab Asst 1 to join our Magic Valley Outpatient Draw Laboratory team.

　　Unit/Position Summary

　　The Lab Assistant 1 is responsible for the pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens AND/OR for the procurement and preparation of laboratory specimens for testing. The Lab Assistant 1 performs simple tasks and test under direct supervision. This is a full-time position with rotating weekends and holidays. This role is graveyard shift, working overnight.

　　Responsibilities

　　The Lab Assistant 1 is responsible for the pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens AND/OR for the procurement and preparation of laboratory specimens for testing. The Lab Assistant 1 performs simple tasks and test under direct supervision.

　　Sort, verify specimen labeling, order entry and distribute specimen.

　　May perform Point of Care Testing (POCT).

　　May collect blood samples from patients, verify records and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.

　　Ensures specimens are properly identified, collected, labeled and stored.

　　May order laboratory tests in an efficient, accurate manner.

　　May explain collection procedures and provide patient instructions to ensure the accurate collection or preparation of specimens, to facilitate patient/caregiver understanding and to reduce patient anxiety. Provide courier routes as assigned.

　　Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Maintains a safe and clean working environment.

　　May register patients or provide courier services.

　　Qualifications

　　Education: High school Diploma or equivalent.

　　Experience: 0 years' experience.

　　Licenses/Certifications: None

　　Why St. Luke's

　　A strong, talented staff is at the heart of St. Luke’s Health System. We are the state’s largest employer with more than 15,000 employees and a medical staff of more than 1,800 physicians and advanced practice providers. We’re proud of our people who deliver skilled, compassionate care every day, and are looking to add dedicated individuals who will continue this same tradition of excellence.

　　About City

　　Located in Southern Idaho, just under two hours from Boise, Twin Fallsoffers four distinct seasons andis best known forShoshone Falls - "Niagara of the West" - and bountiful outdoor adventures. Adventure seekers here can enjoy whitewater rafting, kayaking,rock-climbingand BASE jumping from Perrine Bridge. Twin Falls has a thrivinglagriculture-based economy, which powers its reputation as a preferred location for food science,productionand processing companies. Local schoolsreceivestrong supportfrom the community in both academics and sports, while also enriching the community's arts and culture scene. With a low crime rate, goodschoolsand endless opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast,you’llfind Twin Falls is unhurried,unspoiledand unassuming.

　　Learn more about what the Magic Valley has to offer you:

　　City of Twin Falls (https://www.tfid.org/) | Perrine Bridge (https://visitsouthidaho.com/adventure/perrine-bridge/) | Shoshone Falls (https://visitidaho.org/things-to-do/natural-attractions/shoshone-falls/) | Snake River Canyon Rim Trails (https://visitidaho.org/things-to-do/rail-to-trail/snake-river-canyon-rim-trails/) | Dierkes Lake (https://idfg.idaho.gov/ifwis/fishingplanner/water/1143879425950) | Idaho Heritage Museum (http://www.idahoheritagemuseum.com/) | Herrett Center for Arts and Sciences (http://herrett.csi.edu/) | Orpheum Theatre (https://www.orpheumtwinfalls.com/events.html) | Faulkner Planetarium (https://herrett.csi.edu/astronomy/planetarium/index.asp) | Twin Falls Parks and Rec (https://www.tfid.org/574/Parks-Recreation) | Twin Falls Golf Club (http://twinfallsgc.com/) _ |_ Farmer's Market  (https://www.localharvest.org/twin-falls-farmers-market-M1953) | Pomerelle Ski Resort (http://www.pomerelle.com/) _ |_ Balanced Rock (https://visitidaho.org/things-to-do/natural-attractions/balanced-rock-balanced-rock-park/) | City of Rocks (https://www.nps.gov/ciro/index.htm) | Thousand Springs (https://visitidaho.org/things-to-do/state-parks/thousand-springs-state-park/) | Magic Valley Symphony (http://www.mvsymphony.org/our_history.html) | Sawtooth National Forest (https://www.fs.usda.gov/sawtooth) _ _

　　*St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

　　Default: Location : City Twin Falls

　　Category Laboratory

　　Work Unit Laboratory Magic Valley Hospital Grnd

　　Position Type Full-Time

　　Work Schedule NIGHT

　　Requisition ID 2024-82603

　　Default: Location : Location US-ID-Twin Falls

　　Work Location : Name 801 Pole Line Rd, Twin Falls, Magic Valley Medical Center