University of Washington · 1 day ago
Lab Assistant, UWMC Northwest
Greater Seattle Area
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25.81/hr - $37.54/hrThe University of Washington is seeking a Lab Assistant for the Specimen Procurement Team at UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology. The role involves processing specimens, performing blood draws, and providing excellent customer service to influence accurate patient diagnoses.
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Responsibilities
Performs assigned semi-technical procedures
Phlebotomy: Obtains specimens from inpatients, outpatients, and outreach accounts according to the time guidelines established by the department. This may include driving to outpatient account locations to obtain specimens if assigned the 'Driving' responsibility
Specimen Processing: Logs tests in the computer and labels, centrifuges, prepares, aliquots, and delivers specimens
Reference Lab Sample Preparation: Processes, prepares, and ships reference lab samples according to reference laboratory specifications
Follows laboratory protocols, policies and safely procedures
Answers technical questions relating to laboratory procedures and policies
Troubleshoots and resolves problems and customer service issues. Examples include, but are not limited to, pending orders and specimen draws, finding lost specimens, add-on tests, and scanning specimens into storage application. When unable to resolve an issue in a timely manner, asks supervisor or lead for assistance
Reporting: Locates patient results and generates reports/faxes. Competently uses computers systems (i.e., LIS, HIS)
Work environment, supplies, equipment, and waste handling. Maintains a clean and organized working environment
Ensures assigned areas are stocked with appropriate, cost-effective levels of supplies and reagents
Takes inventory and orders supplies when needed. Handles (opens packages, properly stores) incoming supplies
Maintains assigned equipment according to laboratory procedures
Disposes of specimens and other hazardous waste safely and appropriately according to established laboratory protocols
Support and collaboration. Assists in training new personnel
Works professionally as part of a team and assists other team members as requested; shares knowledge/expertise
Participates in achieving established patient safety, departmental goals, and performance improvement activities
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Current Medical Assistant – Phlebotomist certification (MA-P) with the Washington State Department of Health (please enter your certification information on your application)
Benefits
Vacation time and sick time off that accrue monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, retirement, and other plan options.
Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
Company
University of Washington
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