Lab Tech Assistant - Onsite Specimen & Waived Testing

Kaiser Permanente; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Renton, WA is seeking a Technical Assistant to support pre-analytic laboratory workflows. The role may include assisting in analytical and post-analytic waived testing, loading specimens, reagents, and performing routine instrument maintenance.

Emphasis on accuracy, documentation, and safety. The position requires strong communication and customer service skills, basic computer proficiency, and a High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; progress toward further certification preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field is preferred.
• Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certificate (Washington) required or achieved during employment.

Responsibilities

• Loads specimen and quality control material for testing; records reagent receipts and maintains documentation.
• Helps resolve pre-analytical issues; serves as a resource to laboratory customers.
• Performs computer data entry and data retrieval; accessioning and result entry.
• Collects specimens and handles special processing per procedures and patient needs.
• Participates in performance improvement activities; conducts waived testing and training.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in science related field

Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certificate (WA)

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Renton, WA is seeking a Technical Assistant to support pre-analytic laboratory workflows. The role may include assisting in analytical and post-analytic waived testing, loading specimens, reagents, and performing routine instrument maintenance.

Emphasis on accuracy, documentation, and safety. The position requires strong communication and customer service skills, basic computer proficiency, and a High School Diploma or GED.