What are the responsibilities and job description for the LAB ASSISTANT position at University of Washington (UW) Medicine?
Req #:
223859
Department:
LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY
Job Location:
UW Medical Center - Northwest
Posting Date:
06/21/2023
Closing Info:
Open Until Filled
Salary:
$22.28 - $32.40 per hour
Other Compensation:
Union Position:
Yes
Shift:
Night Shift
Benefits:
As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine serves as a regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for patient care, research, and educational programs in laboratory medicine. The department now employs 1400 people who work at the award-winning University of Washington Medical Center (ranked among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report), Harborview Medical Center (the region's only Level I Trauma center, known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally- and medically- vulnerable populations.), and many other clinical and research facilities in the area. The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nations premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, and natural beauty.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology department has an outstanding opportunity for aLAB ASSISTANT (INTERMITTENT, NIGHT-SHIFT)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Obtains specimens from inpatients, outpatients and outreach accounts according to the time guidelines established by the department
Logs tests in the computer, labels, centrifuges, prepares aliquots, and delivers specimens
Processes, prepares and ships reference lab samples, according to reference laboratory specifications
Answers technical questions relating to laboratory procedures and polices
Troubleshoots and resolves problems and customer service issues
As assigned, locates patient results and generates reports/faxes.
Cleans, maintains, and stocks exam and work areas
May be required to drive a hospital-owned vehicle as a function of job
REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Phlebotomists are required to have an active Washington State issued MA-Phlebotomist Certification
If required to drive as part of job, incumbent must possess a valid Washington State driver's license with clean driving record
MED ASST PHLEBOTOMIST CERT - WA State
The Department of Laboratory Medicine serves as a regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for patient care, research, and educational programs in laboratory medicine. The department now employs 1400 people who work at the award-winning University of Washington Medical Center (ranked among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report), Harborview Medical Center (the region's only Level I Trauma center, known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally- and medically- vulnerable populations.), and many other clinical and research facilities in the area. The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nations premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, and natural beauty.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology department has an outstanding opportunity for aLAB ASSISTANT (INTERMITTENT, NIGHT-SHIFT)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIREMENTS:
Salary : $22 - $32
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