Laboratory Assistant Technical

CommonSpirit Health; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Laboratory Technical Assistant in Washington state to support specimen reception, processing, and preparation for analysis. The role includes assisting medical technologists, maintaining equipment and a clean lab, and performing data entry and report management.

Strong organization and communication are essential to ensure timely, accurate test results. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED, excellent customer service, and strong

Qualifications

• Must have excellent customer service and time management skills.
• Phlebotomy program or Lab Assistant program certificates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, process, and prepare patient specimens with proper labeling and documentation.
• Assist medical technologists with laboratory tasks and maintain a clean, organized environment.
• Handle clerical duties including data entry, answering phones, and managing lab reports.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Phlebotomy program certificate

Lab Assistant program certificate

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Laboratory Technical Assistant, 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/GED
• Excellent customer service and time management skills

Preferred

• Phlebotomy program certificate
• Lab Assistant program certificate
• Experience six (6) months experience in an acute care facility

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.