Providence·Torrance, California
Provides technical, clerical, and patient care support including specimen collection, processing, and distribution. Responsible for operating and maintaining automated laboratory instrumentation and managing supply inventories.
The Laboratory Technician works under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor, and in their absence under the direction of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), to provide technical, clerical and patient care support services.
The Laboratory Technician performs a variety of procedures including venipuncture, skin puncture, specimen collection, specimen processing and distribution and the operation and maintenance of automated instrumentation up to but not including the resulting of laboratory data.
Service is provided to patients of all age groups: premature infants, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young, middle and older adults.
Non-technical duties include taking of supply inventories, stocking supplies, cleaning and maintaining work area, equipment and instrumentation.
The Laboratory Technician provides service in a safe and professional manner and works within the established policies and procedures of the Laboratory and the Organization.
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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 [https://providence.jobs/benefits/].
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 [https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/images.provhealth.org/HR-onboarding/LA_County_Fair_Chance_Ordinance_2024.pdf].
Requires a California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II License. Preferred qualifications include national phlebotomy certification and experience as a laboratory technician or phlebotomist in a hospital setting.
Market context
In California, Associate Laboratory Assistant roles are often competitive because employers typically look for a high school diploma or GED plus a California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II license, with prior lab, medical office, or hospital experience preferred. Candidates with hands-on specimen handling, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with clinical workflows may stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to relevant clinical experience.