Senior Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology Lab

Agence PROvidence; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Swedish Edmonds is seeking a compassionate phlebotomy technician to support the laboratory and medical staff. You will represent the lab to patients, physicians and offices while receiving, accessioning and processing specimens following established procedures.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and completion of a phlebotomy program. Upon hire, WA Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification or WA Medical Assistant Certification is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a phlebotomy program through a post-secondary school, college, military program, employer, or an equivalent training program.
• Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification --or-- Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Represent the laboratory to the public, physicians, patients and offices while assisting laboratory technical staff, receiving/accessioning and/or processing specimens according to laboratory procedures.
• Follows established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, safety; environmental and infectious control standards so that the laboratory remains in compliance with accreditation and licensing agencies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy program completion

Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification

Washington Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Represents the laboratory to the public, physicians, patients and offices while assisting laboratory technical staff, receiving/accessioning and/or processing specimens according to laboratory procedures. Follows established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, safety; environmental and infectious control standards so that the laboratory remains in compliance with accreditation and licensing agencies.

Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Edmonds and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Coursework/Training: Successful completion of a phlebotomy program through a post-secondary school, college, military program, employer, or an equivalent training program
• Upon hire:
  • Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification --or--
  • Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior phlebotomy experience.

Why Join Providence Swedish?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.