Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology
Open in 2 locations
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California
2 open- $31.28–$39.46/hr
Part time, Evening · Posted 3d ago
- $25.63–$38.16/hr
Burbank, CA (opens on this page)
Part time, Variable · Posted 1w ago
How this pay compares
This posting states $31.28–$39.46 an hour. Open laboratory assistant jobs in California post a median of $28.77 an hour, the middle half $27.28–$34.16, across 75 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Laboratory assistants employed in California earn a median of $36.54 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Union record
By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, unions bargain for workers at Providence here: Service Employees International Union 121RN at Burbank, CA (900 workers, contract up for renewal 31 Dec 2025); Service Employees International Union/United Healthcare Workers West 2005 at Burbank, CA (10 workers, contract up for renewal 5 Aug 2026). Each union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in one. Healthcare union contracts.
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OSHA inspected Providence Health System - Southern California in Burbank, CA on 9 Sep 2021 and cited 5 violations, most under California's aerosol transmissible diseases rule, $3,150 in penalties as they stand. A citation says what OSHA found then, not how the site is now. Workplace injuries and OSHA citations.
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About the job
Laboratory Assistant at Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center in Napa, CA. This position is Part time and will work 8-hour, Evening shifts.
Under the general supervision of the Phlebotomy Supervisor and the Laboratory Manager, the Lab Assistant II performs a wide variety of duties in the lab including, but not limited to, specimen collection, specimen processing, data entry, new employee orientation and training, special projects, and general duties.
Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center is recognized in 2025 by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in 6 types of care. We are also very proud to be awarded The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and The American Heart Association’s Get with the Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Queen Of The Valley Medical Ctr 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.
Required Qualifications
- H.S. Diploma or GED.
- California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I License upon hire, Or
- California Certified Phlebotomy Technician II License upon hire.
- 3 years experience as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant, demonstrating excellence over time.
Why Join Providence?
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.
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
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 .
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: 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 .
From Providence's job posting for Napa, CA, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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