Laboratory Assistant

Job Description

This is a combined posting for a Laboratory Assistant and Associate Laboratory Assistant. The requirements of each role are listed below under each associated title. Consideration for each role will be based on qualifications. If you have the qualifications of any one of these three positions, we encourage you to apply.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Physician Management Group and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

The Laboratory Assistant demonstrates increased independence and proficiency in laboratory operations, performing a broad range of specimen processing, accessioning, and distribution tasks with minimal supervision. This role supports multiple laboratory sections, operates automated systems, and contributes to quality assurance activities, including documentation and troubleshooting within established guidelines. Laboratory Assistants serve as reliable team members who collaborate with caregivers and laboratory staff, adapt to changing workflows, and consistently meet productivity and quality expectations. They may assist in training newer staff and are expected to model professionalism, safety, and strong customer service.


The Associate Laboratory Assistant performs foundational laboratory support activities under the direct supervision of designated laboratory staff. This role focuses on developing core competencies in specimen handling, accessioning, labeling, processing, and distribution while adhering to established policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Associates support patient care by providing courteous service, maintaining clean and organized workspaces, and following infection control and quality protocols. Responsibilities may also include basic data entry, supply management, and support of laboratory workflows. This role emphasizes learning, accuracy, professionalism, and the development of technical and customer service skills necessary for advancement.

The Senior Laboratory Assistant provides advanced technical and operational support while exercising leadership within daily laboratory workflows. Working under laboratory leadership, this role coordinates activities across sections, supports complex specimen handling and problem resolution, and ensures compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards. Seniors serve as subject-matter resources, assist with training and competency support, and help maintain workflow efficiency in high-volume environments. This role requires strong judgment, effective communication, and the ability to anticipate operational needs while supporting consistent, high-quality patient care.

Laboratory Assistant

Required Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• 1 year of Clinical laboratory experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification

Salary Range : Min: $18.83, Max : $28.80

Associate Laboratory Assistant

Required Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Upon hire: Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist (MA-P)

Salary Range : Min: $17.26, Max : $25.87

Senior Laboratory Assistant

Required Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification
• 2 years of Clinical laboratory experience.

Salary Range : Min: $21.19 , Max : $32.42

Lead Laboratory Assistant

Required Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification
• 4 years of Clinical laboratory experience with demonstrated technical expertise in the department/division for which they are responsible.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of Leadership/supervisory experience.

Salary Range : Min: $22.45, Max : $34.36

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Us

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.


Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.


Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.


Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About the Team

Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a service line within Providence serving patients across seven states with quality, compassionate, coordinated care. Collectively, our medical groups and affiliate practices are the third largest group in the country with over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics and 30,000 caregivers.


PCN is comprised of Providence Medical Group in Alaska, Washington, Montana and Oregon; Swedish Medical Group in Washington's greater Puget Sound area, Pacific Medical Centers in western Washington; Kadlec in southeast Washington; Providence's St. John's Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Institute in Southern California; Providence Facey Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Foundation in Northern and Southern California; and Covenant Medical Group and Covenant Health Partners in west Texas and eastern New Mexico.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.