Laboratory Technician
Company: NorthLakes Community Clinic
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: January 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Caring for our community starts with you. Join a
team that believes everyone deserves care. Performs routine testing
in the medical laboratory to provide data for use in diagnosis and
treatment of disease. Salary begins at $20.05 per hour depending on
experience. Essential Functions of the Job: [Other duties may be
assigned.] Interprets provider's orders and secures a requisition
before performing tests. Obtains the correct amount and type of
specimen. Draws blood from patient's finger, or hand/arm vein,
observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples. Conducts
quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids such
as blood, urine, and spinal fluid, under supervision of medical
technologist. Conducts blood tests for routine health screening.
Completes appropriate collection, routing, handling, and processing
of various medical specimens. Performs tests in an accurate and
timely manner. Informs providers of lab results. Documents all
requests and results of lab work accurately. Works with the EMR to
record and report all patient results Recognizes abnormalities and
notifies providers immediately. Performs daily quality control and
cleaning procedures per guidelines. Orders and stocks supplies as
needed. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Education
Requirements / Required Credentials, Certification, Licensure:
Laboratory Tech I: Certificate from college or technical school; or
three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Current CPR certification
required. Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees
who work 24 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits
package that includes: Medical and dental insurance Employer paid
group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health
Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO),
Paid Holidays and Paid Leave Bank 403(b) with up to a 4% employer
match Various voluntary benefits: Vision Insurance Supplemental
Life, AD&D and Disability Tuition reimbursement Health and
Wellness reimbursement program Employee Assistance Program, and
other specialized behavioral health services and resources for
employees and family members Partner of HRSA/NHSC loan repayment
program Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our
communities with an integrated array of quality services and
actively remove barriers to wellness. NorthLakes Community Clinic
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be
considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry,
marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any
other classification protected by applicable law. All offers of
employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal
background check and references.
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