Laboratory Assistant

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Enumclaw (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled Phlebotomist to join their dedicated team. This role involves collecting and processing samples for testing, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing exceptional customer service. As part of a collaborative environment, you will utilize your expertise in laboratory procedures and data management to support patient care. If you're passionate about making a difference in the healthcare field and possess the necessary certifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a vocational phlebotomy course and internship required.
• Preferably two years of related experience in a clinical lab.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples including venipuncture and capillary procedures.
• Use hospital information systems for managing sample orders.

Skills

Effective Communication

Customer Service

Knowledge of Laboratory Procedures

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Phlebotomy Course

Internship in Phlebotomy

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Responsibilities

Job Summary
Collect samples for testing, including phlebotomy procedures, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing. Tasks include: 1) computer inquiry and data entry to maintain patient demographics and test orders in multiple systems in compliance with guidelines; 2) processing and preparing samples for testing; 3) packaging samples for delivery to testing labs. May also guide new employees/students on procedures and policies. Work is conducted according to regulatory standards.

Work requires: 1) effective communication, 2) excellent customer service, and 3) knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment, accessioning, specimen verification, and laboratory information systems.

Some assignments may involve out-of-office travel.

Essential Job Duties

• Perform collections including venipuncture, capillary procedures, and special collections on pediatric and adult patients using appropriate safety devices. May include urine drug screens and Breath Alcohol Testing.
• Perform urine drug collection and testing per DOT standards.
• Provide communication support following customer service standards.
• Use hospital and lab information systems for ordering, labeling, logging, canceling, adding tests, and managing sample disposition.
• Process samples: validate identity, label, centrifuge, aliquot, and preserve sample integrity. Deliver test-ready samples or package for dispatch according to guidelines.
• Follow up on ambiguous orders and maintain audit trails to resolve issues per department procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Work Experience
High School Diploma or GED plus completion of a vocational phlebotomy course and a 4-week internship, or equivalent on-the-job training with recent lab experience demonstrating required skills. Preferably, two years of recent related experience in a clinical lab or Patient Service Center, plus one year of insurance collection/data entry experience.

Licensure/Certification
Current Washington State Medical Assistant certification, or Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist certification within 60 days of hire. AHA BLS Certification within 90 days. ASCP registration in Phlebotomy preferred.

Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a history of providing exceptional healthcare since 1891. Committed to healing the whole person and expanding services across Puget Sound, our organization offers comprehensive care through a network of hospitals and care sites. We are dedicated to excellence, innovation, and community service, fostering a collaborative environment for healthcare professionals.