Laboratory Assistant

CHI St. Anthony Hospital·Pendleton, Oregon

$19 - $27/hrOther On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 7 days ago

Practice for this role

Laboratory Assistant · $19 - $27/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-53% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Pendleton, Oregon ($40.82/hr, n=42)

$19.00/hr · lowesthighest · $260/hr

this role: $19.25/hrmedian $40.82/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 42 posted healthcare roles in Pendleton, Oregon rates. This role sits in the 6th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 53% below the Pendleton, Oregon median for similar positions.

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for processing and organizing patient samples while performing venous and capillary punctures. They also conduct diagnostic testing, manage laboratory inventory, and maintain accurate records.

Where You’ll Work CHI St.

Anthony Hospital is a 25 bed, licensed for 49, faith-based, acute care, level four trauma, critical access hospital and healthcare campus serving the Pendleton, Oregon area for more than 100 years.

We are committed to the highest quality of patient care and safety; and to strengthening our community through wellness education.

CHI St.

Anthony Hospital is designed specifically to ensure that our physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals can continue to provide extraordinary care for our patients.

The 103,000 square foot hospital features 4 operations rooms, 11 emergency rooms, 30 private patient rooms, and the latest medical equipment.

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Anthony Hospital has plenty of room to grow as needed by the community and will continue to provide the safest quality of care possible.

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Anthony Hospital was also named one of the top patient experience hospitals in 2021.

CHI St.

Anthony is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services-all recognized for quality, safety and service.

To learn more go to www.sahpendleton.org Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Laboratory Assistant you will provide meticulous and customer-focused care in patient diagnostics.

Everyday you will be at the heart of our operations, primarily in specimen processing and intake, ensuring the swift and accurate handling of vital samples to support patient care.

To be successful in this role you will possess the following: Process, organize, and quickly move samples for testing; handle all lab send-out testing including packaging.

Perform venous and capillary punctures on all age groups, following collection procedures.

Perform CLIA waived and moderately complex testing, evaluating results under direction.

Perform routine maintenance, monitor inventory, stock supplies, and manage records.

Job Requirements Required High School Diploma or GED AHA BLS within 90 days Preferred Lab Assistant/Phlebotomy certification Six months acute care experience

Requirements

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and obtain AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire. Preferred qualifications include a Lab Assistant or Phlebotomy certification and six months of acute care experience.

high school
professional certificate
Phlebotomy
Inventory management
Specimen processing
Laboratory maintenance
Record management
Capillary puncture
CLIA waived testing
Sample handling
Venous puncture
Patient diagnostics

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $19 - $27/hr
Location: Pendleton, Oregon
Posted: Sep 8, 2026
Closes: Sep 8, 2027
Application: Employer website

Laboratory assistants are in steady demand

In Oregon, laboratory assistant roles are typically tied to ongoing patient testing needs, so demand often follows hospital and clinic volume. These positions can be competitive because employers usually want a high school diploma or GED, AHA BLS certification within 90 days, and prefer lab assistant or phlebotomy certification plus acute care experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification timeline before applying.