Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Lab Assistant, you will receive, process, and prepare patient specimens for analysis, ensuring proper labeling and documentation. You will assist medical technologists with various tasks, maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment.
Every day you will perform clerical duties such as data entry, answering phones, and managing incoming and outgoing lab reports. You will also be responsible for maintaining supply inventory, ordering new materials, and ensuring equipment is functioning correctly.
To be successful in this role, you will possess strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a solid understanding of specimen handling and laboratory safety protocols. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, collaborating effectively with all lab personnel to support accurate and timely test results.
Job Requirements: Required
High school diploma or GED
WA State Department of Health Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy certification
May also require certification of training in Infectious Substance shipping outlined by the Dangerous Goods Regulations
Excellent customer service and patient relations skills
Knowledge of anatomy, venous systems, proper specimen collection techniques and use of blood tubes
Knowledge of safety guidelines and basic medical and laboratory terminology
General computer knowledge is needed
Where You'll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.
Pay Range
$27.31 - $40.08 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
