Lead Laboratory Assistant

Lead Laboratory Assistant at Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, CA. This position is full-time and will work 8-hour daily, Day shifts.

Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo has received Magnet designation in 2012, 2017, 2021 and are in the process of earning our fourth designation in 2025! This is a prestigious designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), which recognizes organizations that provide the highest‑quality care. Only eight percent of hospitals nationwide have achieved Magnet designation. We are also recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 18 types of care by U.S. News & World Report, including orthopedic and gastroenterological care.

Our hospital is also honored with awards for cardiac surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and excellence in women's services by Health grades and Newsweek.

Under the direction and supervision of the Lab Supervisor, the Lead Lab Assistant coordinates and organizes the daily operations of the inpatient/outpatient phlebotomy team assuring accurate and timely collection, receipt and delivery of laboratory specimens. Also, coordinates and organizes the daily operations in processing along with lab assistant duties in various sections of the lab. Effectively uses job knowledge and exercises good judgment in leading staff.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient‑focused, whole‑person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

• Upon hire:
  California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I License. Or
• Upon hire:
  California Certified Phlebotomy Technician II License.
• 1 year Experience as a Phlebotomist or Lab Assistant performing blood specimen collections.
• Experience with specimen processing, centrifuging and handling send‑out specimens to other Laboratories.

• 3 years Experience in blood specimen collections on infants, children, and adults in a hospital environment.
• 1 year Experience coordinating operations of phlebotomy, lab assistants, or processing teams.

Our best‑in‑class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.