Laboratory Assistant

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to join its team. This entry-level position involves collecting samples for testing, including phlebotomy and urine collections, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates will benefit from a supportive environment that emphasizes professional growth and patient-centered care. The role offers comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to contribute to community health across the Pacific Northwest. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation

Adoption Assistance

Bonus Eligibility

Qualifications

• Completion of a phlebotomy course including a 4-week internship.
• Two years of related clinical lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples for testing including venipuncture and urine collections.
• Process and prepare samples for testing and transportation.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Effective Communication

Customer Service

Laboratory Procedures Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Course Completion

Tools

Hospital Information Systems

Lab Information Systems

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Overview

In 2020, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health united to create Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, a health system dedicated to delivering high-quality care and exceptional patient experiences. Our system includes nearly 300 sites of care, 11 hospitals, and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we aim to make a significant impact on community health.

We are committed to building the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest, offering accessible, high-quality healthcare close to home, from basic health needs to complex specialized treatments.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance, FSA, retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, bonus eligibility, and more.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

Collect samples for testing, including phlebotomy, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing. Additional duties include:

• Computer inquiry and data entry for patient demographics and test orders in compliance with regulations.
• Processing and preparing samples for testing and transportation.
• Guiding new staff on procedures and policies.

Work must adhere to all regulatory standards. Effective communication, customer service, and knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment are essential. Some tasks may require out-of-office travel.

Essential Job Duties

• Perform venipuncture, capillary collections, and special collections, including urine drug screens and Breath Alcohol Testing, on pediatric and adult patients.
• Follow DOT standards for drug testing.
• Support communication using established customer service standards.
• Use hospital and lab information systems for ordering, labeling, logging, and managing samples.
• Process samples by verifying identity, labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, and preserving integrity.
• Maintain audit trails and resolve ambiguities according to department procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Work Experience

High school diploma or GED plus completion of a phlebotomy course at a vocational or technical school, including a 4-week internship, OR equivalent on-the-job training with recent lab experience. Two years of related clinical lab experience and one year of insurance collection/data entry experience are preferred.

Licensure/Certification

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

Pay Range: $21.16 - $30.15/hour

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care