Join St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho—where nationally recognized quality meets small-town heart. We’re proud to be recognized for excellence and patient safety, including an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s list of “Great Community Hospitals,” and U.S. News & World Report accolades for maternity care.
Here, you’ll find a teamwork-first culture, leaders who support you, and coworkers who genuinely have your back. New grads are welcome—we’re committed to training, mentoring, and helping you build confidence as you grow. And because we know great care starts with taking care of our people, we offer competitive benefits and a workplace you can feel good about.
If you’re looking for a place to do meaningful work, build a career, and feel proud serving your community—you belong at St. Joe’s.

Job Summary

The Lab Assistant performs technical and clerical duties across various laboratory functions including specimen collection, processing, data entry, and communication of results. This role ensures accurate labeling, handling, and processing of specimens while supporting laboratory staff through administrative and clinical tasks in alignment with safety and regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

• Collects, receives, identifies, labels, processes, and transports specimens
• Performs clerical duties including answering phones, filing, scanning, and data entry into EMR/LIS
• Verifies patient identification and specimen accuracy
• Performs waived testing and ensures proper specimen storage and submission
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and proper documentation
• Communicates test results to providers and supports reporting processes
• Applies infection control standards and universal precautions
• Assists in training new staff and supporting laboratory quality improvement efforts
• Participates in lab meetings, in-services, and compliance with safety protocols

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Critical thinking and sound judgment under minimal supervision
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Proficient in EMR, LIS, and office software systems
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of basic lab techniques and equipment
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, walking, reaching, and manual dexterity tasks
• Able to function in environments with biohazards, chemicals, and various patient populations
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA and regulatory standards

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent — Required

Licenses/Certifications

• None required

Experience

• One (1) year of laboratory or phlebotomy experience — Preferred
• Completion of a clinical rotation or phlebotomy program — Preferred
• Certain facilities may require prior laboratory experience based on operational needs, staffing models, or complexity of services provided.