Phlebotomist/Processor

Interpath Laboratory; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 24,108 - 32,649; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(K) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Free in-house testing

Job summary

Interpath Laboratory is seeking a Phlebotomist/Processor in Moses Lake, WA. The role involves venipuncture, specimen handling, data entry, and delivering high-quality patient care in a team setting.

The position requires a high school diploma and WA MA-P certification. Experience is valued, with full-time schedules, and benefits including health, retirement, PTO, and in-house testing capabilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Washington MA-P phlebotomy certification required.
• Experience in customer service and patient interactions preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in specimen handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and answer phones.
• Perform venipuncture for blood collection and obtain specimens as required.
• Prepare samples for lab testing and screening.
• Verify specimen information and perform data entry.
• Receive, process, and package samples for referral labs.
• Follow safety, HIPAA, and Medicare rules; participate in QA.
• Cover shifts at different sites as needed to ensure operations.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Data entry

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MA-P Certification (Washington)

Job description

Phlebotomist/Processor

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: $17.50 - $23.70 Per Hour DOE

Schedule: Full-time; Monday - Friday with rotating Saturdays, hours vary (8-hour shifts)

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

• 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 support operations.

Education & Certification

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

Experience

• Previous on-the-job phlebotomy experience is preferred but not required
• 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 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Interpath Laboratory’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. Voluntary self-identification information is collected to comply with federal and state requirements and is not used as a basis for employment decisions.