Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist

CommonSpirit Health; Bellevue (WA); Presencial; USD 39 000 - 56 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist to receive, process, and prepare patient specimens for analysis, with strict labeling and documentation. You will support technologists, keep the lab organized, and handle clerical tasks including data entry, phone calls, and report management.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and safety awareness.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certification per WA State DOH Medical Assistant scope.
• Training in Infectious Substance shipping per Dangerous Goods Regulations may be required.
• Excellent customer service and patient relations skills.
• Knowledge of anatomy, venous systems and proper specimen collection.
• Familiarity with safety guidelines and basic lab terminology.
• General computer literacy for data entry and reporting.

Responsabilidades

• Receive, process, and prepare patient specimens with correct labeling and documentation.
• Assist medical technologists and maintain a clean, organized lab environment.
• Perform clerical duties: data entry, answering phones, and handling lab reports.
• Manage supply inventory, place orders, and ensure equipment functions properly.
• Adhere to specimen handling and laboratory safety protocols; communicate effectively with lab staff.

Conhecimentos

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Data entry

Customer service

Team collaboration

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

WA State DOH Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy certification

Infectious Substance shipping certification (DG Regulations)

Ferramentas

General computer knowledge

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist, you will receive, process, and prepare patient specimens for analysis, ensuring proper labeling and documentation. You will assist medical technologists with various tasks, maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment.

Every day you will perform clerical duties such as data entry, answering phones, and managing incoming and outgoing lab reports. You will also be responsible for maintaining supply inventory, ordering new materials, and ensuring equipment is functioning correctly.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a solid understanding of specimen handling and laboratory safety protocols. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, collaborating effectively with all lab personnel to support accurate and timely test results.

Job Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• WA State Department of Health Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy certification
• May also require certification of training in Infectious Substance shipping outlined by the Dangerous Goods Regulations
• Excellent customer service and patient relations skills
• Knowledge of anatomy, venous systems, proper specimen collection techniques and use of blood tubes
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and basic medical and laboratory terminology
• General computer knowledge is needed

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

Pay Range

$27.99 - $41.00 /hour