Diagnostic Lab Assistant: Precision Testing & Patient Care

CommonSpirit Health; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in the Puget Sound region is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic testing by collecting, preparing, and processing a wide range of patient specimens with care and precision.

You will work with a dedicated team, follow strict patient identification, maintain professional conduct, and pursue ongoing training in laboratory procedures and safety to ensure accurate results and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED at hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) through AHA within 90 days.
• Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist certification/credential in WA within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection, preparation and processing for diagnostic tests.
• Ensures patient identification is correct before specimen collection and throughout procedures.
• Maintains clean and organized workflow within the department; supports team to ensure efficiency.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and hospital staff to deliver compassionate care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Positive patient identification

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (CPR) - via AHA

Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist (WA)

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in the Puget Sound region is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic testing by collecting, preparing, and processing a wide range of patient specimens with care and precision.

You will work with a dedicated team, follow strict patient identification, maintain professional conduct, and pursue ongoing training in laboratory procedures and safety to ensure accurate results and patient safety.