Senior Phlebotomist & Lab Specialist – Patient Care

Jobtome; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Plan

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Education Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Referral Bonus

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Optum is hiring a Senior Phlebotomist to join our laboratory services team in Shoreline, WA. The role emphasizes venipuncture, specimen handling, and performing waived and moderate complexity tests, including microscopy and EKGs.

You will ensure accurate documentation and adherence to HIPAA and lab standards. The position requires a strong focus on patient care, teamwork, and attention to detail, with a 40‑hour work week and standard weekday schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• WA state MA-Pbt certification required for capillary and venous procedures.
• Completion of a Phlebotomy Certificate program.
• BLS (AHA) certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• 1+ year experience with strong communication and teamwork.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Venipuncture and specimen collection across patients.
• Perform waived and moderate complexity lab tests, including microscopy.
• Take and record EKGs and related patient data.
• Maintain accurate patient records and test results.
• Follow HIPAA, safety, and lab SOPs; ensure quality control.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory procedures

EKG

Patient care

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma/GED

MA-Pbt certification (WA)

Phlebotomy Certificate program

BLS (AHA)

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Optum is hiring a Senior Phlebotomist to join our laboratory services team in Shoreline, WA. The role emphasizes venipuncture, specimen handling, and performing waived and moderate complexity tests, including microscopy and EKGs.

You will ensure accurate documentation and adherence to HIPAA and lab standards. The position requires a strong focus on patient care, teamwork, and attention to detail, with a 40‑hour work week and standard weekday schedule.