Lab Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist at St. Anthony Hospital in Gig Harbor. This role involves collecting samples for testing, providing compassionate patient care, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You'll work in a supportive team environment with opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, making a real difference in patient lives.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• Two years of recent related work experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Current Washington State certification as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary procedures on patients.
• Process and prepare samples for testing, ensuring sample integrity.
• Provide communication support using established customer service standards.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Phlebotomy Course

Job description

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Job Summary

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:

1. Computer inquiry and entry to maintain patient demographic as well as test ordering details in multiple computer systems in accordance with compliance guidelines;
2. Processing and preparing samples for testing at CHI-FH laboratories;
3. 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform collections, within scope of practice, including venipuncture, capillary procedures, and special collections on pediatric and adult inpatient and outpatient populations using appropriate safety devices and tools. If applicable, perform urine drug screen collection and Breath Alcohol Testing.
• Perform urine drug collection and testing according to DOT standards.
• Provide communication support using established customer service standards.
• Access hospital and lab information system programs for ordering, labeling, log-in, test cancellation, test add-on, and final disposition into the sample inventory system.
• Process and prepare samples for testing, including validating patient identity, labeling, centrifugation, aliquoting, and preserving sample integrity. Deliver test-ready samples for testing or dispatch following specific guidelines.
• Complete follow-up protocols and maintain an audit trail for ambiguous orders or issues to resolve concerns according to department procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Work Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma (or GED) and completion of a vocational phlebotomy course, including a 4-week internship in a clinical lab setting; OR
• High school diploma (or GED) and equivalent on-the-job training with recent lab experience demonstrating requisite skills.
• Two years of recent related work experience in a clinical laboratory setting, phlebotomy clinic, or Patient Service Center, and one year of insurance collection/data entry experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current Washington State certification as a Medical Assistant, OR
• Current Washington State certification as a Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist within 60 days of hire.
• Current AHA BLS Certification within 90 days of hire.
• National registration with ASCP in Phlebotomy preferred.

Overview

Become a Vital Link in Healthcare: Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist at St. Anthony Hospital in Gig Harbor!

Are you ready to make a real difference in people's lives, one draw at a time?

St. Anthony Hospital in Gig Harbor is searching for a skilled and compassionate Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant to join our dedicated team! This isn't just a job; it's a chance to be a critical part of the healthcare process, directly impacting patient care.

Here's What Awaits You

• Master your craft: Hone your phlebotomy skills in a supportive environment with state-of-the-art equipment and experienced professionals. Continuous learning and development opportunities are available.
• Connect with patients: Build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds, providing compassionate care and ensuring a comfortable experience. Your empathy will make a difference.
• Be a key player: Your accurate and efficient work contributes to timely and accurate diagnoses, impacting patient outcomes and treatment plans. You're a vital link!
• Thrive in a collaborative team: Join a supportive and friendly team dedicated to exceptional patient care. We value teamwork and celebrate successes.
• Enjoy a rewarding career: Competitive pay, health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and more!

Pay Range

$20.71 - $28.48 /hour