Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory, Part Time, Days Shift

Island Health; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Extended Illness Benefits

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Vested Retirement Contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Programs

Employee Recognition Events

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant (Part Time, Days Shift) to support the Laboratory Services team on-site. The role involves venipuncture, specimen collection, basic testing supervision, and clerical duties that keep the lab running efficiently.

Under supervision of a Medical Technologist, you will perform waived testing, process specimens, and ensure proper labeling and patient identification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• MA-P certification required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived testing as trained and supervised, following WA State and CLIA guidelines.
• Obtains blood specimens from patients of all ages.
• Performs urine collection and culture setups as applicable.
• Receives, sorts, and organizes requisitions; enters lab orders and schedules tests.
• Maintains specimen integrity with proper labeling, patient identification, and handling.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory assistance

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA-P Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory, Part Time, Days Shift

Job Category: Laboratory Services

Requisition Number: LABOR002233

• Posted : August 26, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

In the Laboratory Assistant position, you will play a key role in performing non-technical and technical duties, to include the performance and resulting of designated clinical laboratory testing. Performs routine laboratory specimen collection procedures including; venipuncture, capillary puncture, and urine collection. Possesses and maintains knowledge and skills regarding specimen collection and processing.

• Commitment to Team: Develops and facilitates good working relationships with superiors, physicians, staff members and co-workers/peers. Contributes in problem-solving activities intra- and inter-departmentally. Demonstrates flexible staffing needs within the department. Uses department resources (supplies, equipment) in a cost-effective manner.
• Promotes/Provides Safe Patient Care: Demonstrates understanding that all employees are responsible for patient safety.
• Under the supervision and with on-the-job documented training by a Medical Technologist, performs waived testing, urine measurements and culture setups as allowed by Washington State and CLIA licensing.
• Obtains blood specimens from patients of all ages.
• Performs Drug Screen Collections and maintains DOT/NONDOT certifications.
• Ensures integrity of all samples through proper patient identification, labeling, appropriate tubes and techniques.
• Receives, sorts and organizes requisitions, enter lab orders in the computer, schedule tests and perform other Lab clerical tasks.

What you will bring to the role:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certified by the State of Washington as a Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist (MA-P)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Note: MA-P and BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum six (6) months Phlebotomy Experience at Island Health or one (1) year documented experience as a Laboratory Assistant or equivalent as determined by Laboratory Director.
• Qualify under Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)

Make a Difference with Us

At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you'll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth - plus a robust benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
• Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team

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