Phlebotomist/Processor

Socket.dev; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 29,122 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(K) with discretionary employer match

Paid Time Off

Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing

Job summary

Interpath Laboratory in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Phlebotomist/Processor who will provide exceptional customer service and perform various phlebotomy tasks in a laboratory setting. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and be certified as a Washington Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy (MA-P).

The role includes handling blood specimens, performing data entry, and adhering to safety protocols, ensuring excellent health standards and patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Washington Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy certification (MA-P) required.
• At least 6 months of hands-on phlebotomy experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring instrumentation alarms.
• Performing venipuncture for blood collection, obtaining additional specimen types as required.
• Verifying specimen information and performing data entry.
• Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs.
• Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, and quality assurance.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Washington Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy certification (MA-P)

Job description

Joining this Team

Join our team as a Phlebotomist/Processor and make a difference every day! We’re looking for someone with great people skills and a caring attitude who enjoys being part of a supportive team. Experience is preferred, but what matters most is your enthusiasm for helping patients and contributing to our shared goals.

Pay & Schedule

Pay: $21.14 - $27.00 per hour DOE

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision with In‑Network & Custom Network discounts
• 401(K) with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house

Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring instrumentation alarms.
• Performing venipuncture for blood collection, obtaining additional specimen types as required, and preparing all samples for lab testing and screening.
• Verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient information.
• Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity.
• Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, Medicare rules, and participating in quality assurance.
• Covering work shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.

Education & Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Washington Medical Assistant‑Phlebotomy certification (MA‑P) required.

Experience

• At least 6 months of hands‑on phlebotomy experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients and team members.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Physical Requirements

• Laboratory setting with automated equipment emitting ambient sounds.
• High level of staff interaction in close quarters; must hear alarms to ensure timely response to safety needs.
• Regular handling of potentially infectious samples, with required protective gear (lab coat, gloves, goggles, face shield).
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, crawl, twist, and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the day.
• Frequent bending, extended standing, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Flexibility to work extended hours or overtime as needed.

OSHA Category

This role involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues. Hepatitis‑B vaccination is offered to all performing these duties.