Clinical Laboratory Technician 2, Ambulatory Labs

FHLB Des Moines; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick time off

Public transit pass (U-PASS)

Tuition exemption program

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

UW Medicine in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technician 2 for the Ambulatory Services Team at UWMC Northwest Outpatient Medical Center. The role involves pre-analytic lab work including phlebotomy and specimen processing, plus on-site testing and POCT.

You’ll enter results in LIS, perform quality checks, and troubleshoot with guidance from MLS or Lead. The position requires MA-P certification within 180 days, two years of relevant lab experience, and a customer-service mindset to

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent and two years of chemical, clinical, or public health laboratory experience.
• MA-P certification must be obtained within 180 days of start date.
• Phlebotomy and specimen processing experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform stat and routine tests using kit assays and point-of-care devices and enter results into LIS.
• Conduct quality control analyses and troubleshoot test systems as needed.
• Perform phlebotomy on adult and pediatric patients and ensure proper specimen handling.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Lab testing

Customer service

Education

MA-P certification

Tools

Sunquest LIS

EPIC

Job description

## Clinical Laboratory Technician 2, Ambulatory LabsApply: No Telework: Seattle, WA: Full time: Posted Today: REQ-0000136795**Job Description****Who we’re looking for:**The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Seattle, WA has a fantastic opportunity for a **Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) 2** with the **Ambulatory Services Team** at UWMC-NW Outpatient Medical Center (OPMC).In this role, you will join a team of respectful and collaborative lab professionals in providing outstanding direct patient care to UW Medicine patients. As a CLT 2, you will be responsible for pre-analytic laboratory procedures such as phlebotomy and specimen processing as well as performing several rapid tests on-site. This is a great professional growth opportunity for Lab Technicians, Lab Assistants, or Phlebotomists to learn and perform point of care testing, quality control and quality assurance, and basic troubleshooting. This position may rotate between the Husky Health Center, UWMC Roosevelt, South Lake Union, and Eastside Specialty Center clinical laboratories as needed.**Work schedule:*** 100% FTE* Monday – Friday* Day shift**What you’ll contribute:*** Perform stat and routine tests utilizing kit assays and point of care devices and accurately enter test results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).* Perform quality control analyses on all tests assigned and determine whether all parameters are within established ranges.* Perform routine quality monitoring of test systems and troubleshoot, when necessary, by consulting manufacturer’s manuals, division procedures, and requesting guidance from the MLS or Lead.* Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and appropriately handle telephone inquiries from staff and providers.* Perform phlebotomy on adult and pediatric patients.* Interpret provider test orders, prioritize specimen handling based on specimen type and clinical urgency, monitor requisitions and labels for accuracy, and investigate/document errors and incomplete orders.* Prepare and process specimens for transport and testing, storing specimens under optimal temperature conditions for the test(s) indicated.* Exhibit a working knowledge of the lab information systems (LIS), including Sunquest and EPIC; problem-solve issues, and generate batch lists, pending logs, and exception reports, etc. to document and track specimens within the Department.* Participate in training and demonstrate routine laboratory techniques to students and new employees.* Monitor laboratory inventory in assigned work area and notify lead if supplies are needed and place orders, if assigned.* Represent DLMP and UW Medicine to play an important role in promoting our mission, values and goal of service excellence and patient safety.**What you’ll need:*** High school graduation or equivalent AND two (2) years of chemical, clinical, or public health laboratory experience.* Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.*Additional department requirement***:*** Medical Assistant – Phlebotomist (MA-P) certification with the Washington State Department of Health OR obtain the MA-P certification within 180 days of start date.**Desired qualifications:*** Phlebotomy and specimen processing experience.**What we offer:*** 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.* And much more!**About the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology:**A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the **Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology** at UW Medicine combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally.Please visit our website to learn more about our department.**About UW Medicine:**UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that include Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.**Compensation, Benefits and Position Details****Pay Range Minimum:**$28.23 hourly**Pay Range Maximum:**$41.03 hourly**Other Compensation:**-**Benefits:**For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/**Shift:**First Shift (United States of America)**Temporary or Regular?**This is a regular position**FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):**100.00%**Union/Bargaining Unit:**SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance