Clinical Lab Assistant I - Phlebotomist

Wage Range: $26.75 - $41.06 per houru00A0

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EvergreenHealthu00A0has outpatient phlebotomy clinics located in Canyon Park, Redmond, Woodinville, Duvall, Kenmore, and Kirkland. This position will cover all locations.

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Job Summaryu00A0u00A0

The main responsibility entails handling all outpatient processing tasks and dispatching specimens. Demonstrates adept problem-solving abilities to enhance customer service efficiency and ensure client satisfaction. Regularly engages with various healthcare professionals, including laboratory and hospital staff, requiring a comprehensive knowledge base to maintain effective collaboration.u00A0u00A0

Primary Dutiesu00A0

1. Processes all specimens in accordance with laboratory protocol including the proper handling, centrifugation, storage, packaging, and transport.
2. Uses the laboratory information system and other reference laboratoryu2019s web-based applications to independently solve complex issues in a sensitive, caring, and timely manner.
3. Answer and navigate calls with accuracy, efficiency, and courtesy using the best customer service tactics and practices.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.u00A0

License, Certification, Education or Experience:u00A0

REQUIREDu00A0for the position:u00A0

• High School graduate or equivalent or applicable coursework to be applied to obtain required WA State Medical Assistant u2013 Phlebotomy (MA-P) - Certification.
• Certification from an approved phlebotomy-training program with successful completion of a required internship preferred, or relevant work experience.
• Medical terminology
• State of Washington Medical Assistant u2013 Phlebotomist (MA-P) or equivalent

DESIREDu00A0for the position:u00A0

• 3 years of experience working in a clinical laboratory role
• Previous training and competence in dealing with unique needs in the range of customer service situations with clinicians and their office staff.
• Working knowledge of the various government regulations specifically Medicare and the Washington state medical Test Site regulations. Working knowledge of the College of American Pathologists (ASCP) and the Joint Commission (TJC) inspection criteria

Benefit Information:
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Atu00A0EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employeesu2019 commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.u00A0u00A0

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• On-demand virtual health care
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Paid Time Off/Vacation
• Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
• Paid holidays
• Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Voluntary legal insurance
• Pay in lieu of benefits premiumu00A0program
• Free parking
• Commuter benefits

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This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement betweenu00A0EvergreenHealthu00A0and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare 1199NW