Lab Technical Assistant III (Full-time)

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About Us
Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.

Your Benefits
We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full- and part-time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more. Click here for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide .

Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence
Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet®-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years. Click here to learn more!

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Lab Technical Assistant III (Full-time)



LAB-PHYSICIANS (Billings Clinic Main Campus)



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Shift: Day
Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater)



Hours per Pay Period: 1.00 = 80 hours every two weeks (Non-Exempt)



Starting Wage DOE: $19.68 - 24.60

Under general supervision, the incumbent in this position will work in one or more of the primary areas within the Laboratory Department to include Processing, Cytology, Histology, Microbiology, Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry and/or Inventory Control. Responsible to assist Laboratory Staff in accordance with established procedures for specimen receipt and testing. Performs laboratory duties as instructed by Laboratory Leadership. ## Additional characteristics for the Lead Role: Acts as a lead for an assigned area of department, including assisting with the day-to-day operations of the department, responsible for quality control and regulatory readiness of department.

Essential Job Functions

* Supports and models behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic's mission, vision, values, code of business conduct and service expectations. Meets all mandatory organizational and departmental requirements. Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency standards as it relates to the environment, employee, patient safety or job performance.
* Act as a resource to the Level I and II Laboratory Technical Assistants or other ancillary staff with regards to scheduling and special projects. Responds to procedural questions and assists with problem solving.
* Assists with orientation and training of Level I and II staff within scope of practice
* Responsible for the distribution, tracking, and collection of the annual laboratory technical assistant competency exams. Coordinates any outstanding issues or problems with the Lead or Supervisor.
* Participates in monthly meetings with Leads and Supervisors (as applicable) to identify and resolve any issues or concerns, including safety concerns for staff and guests that may arise.
* Demonstrates use of Lawson reports to maintain accurate inventory records and resolve issues. Research and educates others on appropriate cost centers and General Ledger numbers for budgets as needed for Leadership.
* Works independent of direct supervision and uses sound judgment during established policies and procedures. Will compile and maintain departmental statistics.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

* High school graduate or equivalent
* Advanced education in areas of science, chemistry and mathematics normally acquired through college level courses - Preferred

Experience

* Prior laboratory or health care experience- Preferred

Billings Clinic is Montana's largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming and the western Dakotas. A not-for-profit organization led by a physician CEO, the health system is governed by a board of community members, nurses and physicians. Billings Clinic includes an integrated multi-specialty group practice, tertiary care hospital and trauma center, based in Billings, Montana. Learn more at

Billings Clinic is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer, that strives to be kind, safe, and courageous in all we do. As an equal opportunity employer, our policies and processes are designed to achieve fair and equitable treatment of all employees and job applicants. All employees and job applicants will be provided the same treatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, and/or disability. To ensure we provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees, please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.