Laboratory Assistant

Kaiser Permanente; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Seattle is seeking a Lab Assistant to perform pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases of laboratory testing. The role includes customer service, data management, and compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in specimen collection and processing, along with strong attention to detail and the ability to work with diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• Understanding special collection and handling requirements for various populations.
• Ability to perform waived testing and EKG testing.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process specimens for lab testing.
• Accurately enter and retrieve data.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Customer Service

Data Entry

Compliance

Job description

VARIABLE SHIFTS

Job Summary:

The Lab Assistant performs the pre-analytic phases of laboratory testing procedures and may also perform the analytic and post-analytic phases of waived testing procedures. Responsibilities include face-to-face and telephone customer service, computer data entry and retrieval, workplace cleanliness, and maintenance. The role involves documenting all activities, monitoring supplies, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements related to safety and lab testing. The Lab Assistant is responsible for following KP Laboratory policies and procedures.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Specimen Collection and Processing: Collect specimens for lab testing, understanding special collection and handling requirements for specific populations such as infants, pediatric, and geriatric patients. Process specimens according to laboratory procedures.
2. Computer Data Entry and Retrieval: Accessions specimens, retrieves information, and enters results accurately.
3. Other duties: Participate in Performance Improvement activities, perform maintenance, conduct waived testing and EKG testing, and teach phlebotomy students and employees.
4. Technical Resource: Assist in resolving problems, answer pre-analytical procedural questions, serve as a frontline resource to laboratory customers, and help review and update laboratory procedure manuals.