Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist - Kirkland Clinic

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Kirkland is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform sample collections and support laboratory operations. The role requires effective communication skills and a strong customer service orientation. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, along with relevant phlebotomy training and experience. Join a dedicated team committed to high-quality patient care and enjoy comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Completion of a phlebotomy course with a 4-week clinical lab internship.
• Two years of recent related experience in a clinical laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Collecting samples for testing including phlebotomy procedures.
• Maintaining patient demographics and test orders across systems.
• Processing and preparing samples for testing at laboratories.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Strong customer service orientation

Knowledge of laboratory procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of a vocational or technical college phlebotomy course

Job description

Responsibilities

This role involves collecting appropriate samples for testing within the scope of practice, including phlebotomy procedures, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing procedures.

Additional duties include:

1. Computer inquiry and data entry to maintain patient demographics and test orders across multiple systems in compliance with guidelines;
2. Processing and preparing samples for testing at CHI-FH laboratories;
3. Processing, preparing, and packaging samples for delivery to testing labs.

The incumbent may also guide new employees or students on department procedures and policies. All work must adhere to regulatory accreditation standards.

Work Requirements

Effective communication skills

Strong customer service orientation

Knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment, accessioning, specimen verification, and proficiency with laboratory information systems.

Some assignments may require out-of-office travel.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and completion of a vocational or technical college phlebotomy course, including a 4-week internship in a clinical lab setting; OR equivalent on-the-job training with recent lab experience demonstrating required skills.

Two years of recent related experience in a clinical laboratory or patient service setting, plus one year of insurance collection and data entry experience preferred.

Current Washington State certification as a Medical Assistant, or certification as a Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist within 60 days of hire. National registration with ASCP in Phlebotomy is preferred.

About Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health combines two award-winning health systems in Washington state, serving the community with 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 providers across 11 hospitals and 300 sites.

We are committed to providing high-quality, safe care and support your professional and personal growth with comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.