Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist

Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington

This job is responsible for collecting, within scope of practice, appropriate samples for testing, including phlebotomy procedures, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing procedures.

Work also includes:

• computer inquiry and entry to maintain patient demographic as well as test ordering details in multiple computer systems in accordance with compliance guidelines
• processing and preparing samples for testing at CHI-FH laboratories; and
• processing, preparing and packaging samples for delivery to testing labs.

An incumbent may also provide guidance to new employees/students on department procedures and policies. Work is conducted in accordance with all regulatory accreditation agency requirements.

Work requires: 1) ability to communicate effectively, 2) exemplify customer service and 3) knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment, accessioning, verifying specimens and specimen requirements, and skills in using a laboratory information system.

Some assignments may require out-of-office travel.

We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Required Certification and License:
• Nevada: CLA:NV
• California: PHLEB:CA
• Washington: MAP:WA
• Other state license not required
• All states: BLS-CPR within 90 days
• Preferred Certifications:
• Lab Assistant Program certification
• Phlebotomy program certificate
• Preferred Experience:
• 6 months experience in an acute care facility
• Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training:
• Excellent customer service and time management skills

Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the nation, you will find that an opportunity with Team Medicine is one worth taking.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.