Phlebotomist - UW Medicine Primary Care at Belltown

University of Washington Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medicine Primary Care at Belltown seeks a Clinical Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomist for a full-time day shift in Seattle. The role involves performing routine and stat tests, quality control, and patient communication under clinic leadership.

The position requires certification as Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist within 90 days and a High School diploma or GED, with potential for career growth within UW Medicine.

Qualifications

• Certification as Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist within 90 days of hire.
• High School or GED required.
• Minimum one-year relevant experience or training in a clinical laboratory or medical setting (for CLT2).

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and stat laboratory tests using automated or semi-automated equipment, kit assays, and microscopy.
• Manages workload to meet service demands with minimal supervision.
• Performs quality control analyses on tests and ensures parameters are within established ranges.
• Participates in training and demonstrates routine laboratory techniques to new employees.
• May send letters to patients with lab results or appointment reminders as delegated.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Attention to detail

Education

Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist certification (WA Dept of Health)

High School / GED

Job description

Job Description

UW Medicine Primary Care at Belltown has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomist!

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
• Monday-Friday, 9a,-6pm
• Day Shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Ideally located for those living or working near downtown Seattle, UW Medicine Primary Care at Belltown offers appointments six days a week, including evenings and same-day appointments. Medical advice is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Conveniently located near public transportation
• Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
• Opportunity to provide career growth

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs routine and stat laboratory tests utilizing automated or semi-automated equipment, kit assays, and microscopic evaluations. This includes the ability to understand, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot (may involve working with manufacturer’s customer service personnel) the applicable equipment and testing methods.
• Performs work accurately and precisely and can organize the workload to meet service demands, calmly, efficiently, and without direct supervision.
• Performs quality control analyses on all tests assigned and determines whether all parameters are within established ranges.
• Participates in training and demonstrating routine laboratory techniques to new employees in coordination with the CLT Lead.
• May send out letters to patients, as delegated by clinic leadership, with lab results or overdue reminder letters for appointments.

REQUIREMENTS for CLT1

• Able to be certified as a Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist with the Washington State Department of Health within 90 days of hire.
• High School / GED

REQUIREMENTS for CLT2

• Able to be certified as a Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist with the Washington State Department of Health within 90 days of hire.
• High School / GED
• Minimum one-year relevant experience or training in a clinical laboratory or medical setting

ABOUT UW MEDICINE PRIMARY CARE

UW Medicine Primary Care is a network of clinics located throughout the Puget Sound region. The clinics offer a wide spectrum of primary care services, as well as secondary care, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Urgent care services are offered seven days a week at select locations.

UW Medicine Primary Care is dedicated to improving the health of the public; our providers and staff are the cornerstones of our success. The foundation of our efforts to deliver exceptional care to our patients and families begins with our focus on the continuous development of our employees.

Compassion. Innovation. Excellence.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All acrossUW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family,studentand colleague is valued and honored.Nearly 29,000healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$26.33 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$38.29 hourly

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians,scientistsand other health professionals.

All acrossUW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family,studentand colleague is valued and honored.Nearly 29,000healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.