Lab Assistant - Inpatient Phlebotomy

PeaceHealth; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b retirement plan

Wellness benefits

Expanded EAP and mental health program

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Lab Assistant - Inpatient Phlebotomy for a Per Diem/Relief, Variable position in Washington. The role may involve phlebotomy, specimen collection, LIS usage, and supporting lab operations to ensure timely, accurate results.

Qualified candidates may have a High School Diploma and prior clinical lab experience. The position supports customers and staff in a fast-paced hospital environment with safety and compliance in mind.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred or equivalent.
• Prior clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver, and pick up items following safety regulations and lab policies.
• Collect and label specimens; process per guidelines and complete documentation.
• Enter patient demographics and test data; submit specimens.
• Receive, sort, and package specimens as required.
• Answer calls and provide information on specimen requirements and test results.
• Perform waived testing as assigned and escalate abnormal results per SOPs.

Skills

Patient interaction

Independent work

LIS familiarity

Prioritization

Documentation

Education

High school diploma preferred

Clinical laboratory experience preferred

Tools

Lab Information System

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Lab Assistant - Inpatient Phlebotomy for a Per Diem/Relief, Variable position.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $22.61 – $33.94.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

Job Summary

Works collaboratively with all healthcare team members toward the best outcomes for the patient and the organization. May perform phlebotomy services, specimen collection/handling, utilize knowledge of department procedures and computerized Lab Information Systems (LIS), and support patients with information and direction utilizing laboratory services. Assists lab staff with delivering patient care, distributing lab results and reports, and operation of laboratory equipment.

Essential Functions

• Prepares, delivers, and picks up items in accordance with health and safety regulations and laboratory policies to ensure specimen integrity, quality patient care, and caregiver safety.
• Collects and labels specimens for requested testing, processes specimen according to established guidelines and completes documentation for the specimen.
• Performs data entry of patient demographics and tests ordered. Performs all paperwork, technical, and nontechnical procedures required to process and submit specimens.
• Receives, handles, sorts, processes, or packages specimens.
• Receives and makes telephone calls and uses computer terminal and reference guides to provide information and answer questions from clients and patients, regarding specimen requirements, test results and other client requests.
• Performs waived testing as assigned. Recognizes abnormal results and follows up as defined in standard operating procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent
• Preferred: Prior clinical laboratory experience

Skills

• Able to approach, communicate and positively interact with patients and health care professionals while performing their duties, frequently under stressful conditions. (Required)
• Able to work without supervision but know when to consult with supervisory personnel for assistance in determining appropriate actions. (Required)
• Able to use the electronic laboratory information system. Must perform work activities in accordance with established policies and procedures. (Required)
• Able to recognize the various levels of service (routine to critical) demanded of the laboratory and prioritize work and adjust working style to accommodate said demands. (Required)
• Able to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks at one time. (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

Lab Assistant – Phlebotomist

• Following established standards and practices, the Phlebotomist instructs patients in the procedure for collection of specimens, collects specimens and performs simple laboratory procedures.

Washington State License/Certification requirements:

• WA State: Medical Assistant – Phlebotomy Certification is either required at the time of hire or the application must be submitted within 14 days of hire with the active credential in place within 180 days of hire. Medical Assistant (MA-C) license, current at hire is an acceptable alternative.
  

Working Conditions

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment (i.e. stretchers, wheelchairs, etc.).
• Frequent reaching/ grasping.
• Occasional bending/ stooping.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 25 lbs. force. Occasional up to 50 lbs. force.
• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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