Phlebotomist/Processor

Socket.dev; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K match

Paid Time Off

In-house lab testing

Job summary

Interpath Laboratory is seeking a friendly Phlebotomist/Processor to join our clinical team. You will perform venipuncture, handle specimens, and maintain patient confidentiality while delivering excellent service to patients and staff.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, PTO, and in-house testing. This full-time role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and flexibility across sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Washington Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy certification (MA-P) is required.
• Previous on-the-job phlebotomy experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a clinical laboratory, physician office, hospital, or other healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties: Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring for instrumentation alarms.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Washington Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy certification (MA-P)

Previous phlebotomy experience

Healthcare setting experience

Job description

We are seeking a friendly and energetic Phlebotomist/Processor with excellent people skills to enhance our team. The ideal candidate will have a collaborative spirit and a commitment to supporting both our patients and our team’s goals.

Pay: $17.50 - $23.70 Per Hour DOE

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday w/varying shift start times (8-hour shifts); rotating Saturdays

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

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Administrative duties: Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring for instrumentation alarms.
• Technical responsibilities: Performing venipuncture for blood collection, obtaining additional specimen types as required, and preparing all samples for lab testing and screening.
• Accurate data management: Verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient information.
• Specimen handling: Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity.
• Compliance: Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, Medicare rules, and participating in quality assurance.
• Flexibility: Covering work shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.
• Reliability: Maintaining consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance to ensure continuity of operations and support for our team and patients.

Education & Certification:

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

Experience:

• Previous on-the-job phlebotomy experience strongly preferred
• Experience working in a clinical laboratory, physician office, hospital, or other healthcare setting preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• 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, with Hepatitis-B vaccination offered to all performing these duties.

About Us:

Interpath Laboratory is a family-owned and operated clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory serving communities across Oregon, Washington, Nebraska, and Idaho. With more than 90 locations and over 60 years of steady growth, we are one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading independent laboratories, with plans for continued and strategic expansion into the Midwest.

We are known for delivering rapid, reliable, and cost-effective laboratory testing while maintaining the flexibility, innovation, and personal connection that come from remaining independent. Our success is built on strong relationships—with our clients, our patients, and most importantly, our employees.

At Interpath, we foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork, professionalism, and positive attitudes matter. We believe great results start with great people, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees can build meaningful careers while making a real impact in the communities we serve.