Clinical Lab Assistant

Klickitat Valley Health is seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) to join our dedicated Laboratory Services team. This vital role supports the delivery of high-quality patient care by ensuring accurate specimen collection, preparation, and testing in compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is a team player with strong technical skills, a commitment to patient confidentiality, and a passion for service excellence in a healthcare environment.

General Summary:

A successful CLA will collect, process, prepare specimens for testing, operate automated, non-automated instruments, and equipment, perform testing procedures within regulatory standards of the state and federal requirements. Plating cultures as described within lab policy and procedure. Performs the duties of a phlebotomist and serves patients by performing patient screening procedures; collecting, transporting and/or receiving patient specimens for laboratory testing; responding to patient requests for information in accordance with organization policies and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Works in conjunction with health care providers and other staff members by answering phones, responding to requests for information and performing other duties related to this position assigned by the Laboratory Manager or Medical Director.

This position requires some knowledge of basic anatomy to locate veins, demonstrates excellence in customer service during interactions with employees, managers/supervisors, patients, patient family members, customers, vendors, etc. and works collaboratively with colleagues and departments throughout the organization to provide optimal care services in a professional, ethical and knowledgeable fashion. Is aware of the potential exposure to internal and external hazardous materials, including but not limited to: blood and blood borne pathogens, infectious/communicable diseases, potential physical injury w caring for patients. Maintains a safe, clean and organized work environment.

Casual positions are not eligible for benefits.