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Clinical Lab Assistant I - Phlebotomist- SEIU (40 hours/week)

Wage Range: $24.25 - $36.77 per hour

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EvergreenHealth has outpatient phlebotomy clinics located in Canyon Park, Redmond, Woodinville, Kenmore, and Kirkland.

Job Summary

Performs venipuncture and capillary specimen collection on patients. Depending on work location, performs in-house phlebotomy, in house processing, phlebotomy in a physician office setting, or registration and phlebotomy in a patient service center. Demonstrate effective communication among laboratory colleagues, clients, physicians, medical office staff and patients.

Position is Mon-Friday but must be available for occasional Saturday (typically once every 2- 3 months.

Primary Duties

Performs venipuncture and capillary puncture blood sample collections on patients of all age groups, and accurately identifies and labels all specimens following established laboratory protocol.
Uses the laboratory information system or other reference laboratory’s web-based applications to independently solve complex issues in a sensitive, caring, and timely manner.
Processes all specimens in accordance with laboratory protocol including the proper handling, centrifugation, storage, packaging, and transport.
Responsible for collecting all insurance/financial information necessary for proper billing. Demonstrates knowledge of requirements for collecting ABN’s and filling out MSPQ information.
Accurately enters orders and patient demographic information in the laboratory information system.
Answer and navigate calls with accuracy, efficiency, and courtesy using best customer service tactics and practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience:

REQUIRED for the position:

High School graduate or equivalent or applicable coursework to be applied to obtain required WA State Medical Assistant – 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 – Phlebotomist (MA-P) or equivalent.
Have and maintain current Healthcare Provider CPR certification.

DESIRED for the position:

3 years of experience working in a clinical laboratory customer service or specimen processing role
Previous training and competence in dealing with the 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
PBT(ASCP)

Benefit Information:
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At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ 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.

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 premium program
Free parking
Commuter benefits

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

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What You Should Know About Clinical Lab Assistant I - Phlebotomist- SEIU (40 hours/week), EvergreenHealth

Join EvergreenHealth as a Clinical Lab Assistant I - Phlebotomist, where your skills in phlebotomy will make a genuine difference in the lives of our patients! In this supportive environment, you will perform venipuncture and capillary specimen collections on individuals of all ages, ensuring that every sample is accurately labeled and processed according to our high standards. Working Monday through Friday, you may occasionally be required to come in on Saturdays, but rest assured, this role offers plenty of rewarding experiences during the week! As a vital team player, you’ll engage with patients, physicians, and laboratory colleagues, using your great communication skills to ease the process for everyone involved. You’ll also tackle various administrative tasks, including entering patient information in our laboratory information system and ensuring that insurance information is collected properly. Your background in medical terminology and experience in a clinical lab or customer service setting will be essential as you navigate this dynamic role. With opportunities for competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, you’ll have plenty of reasons to thrive at EvergreenHealth. If you’re looking to grow your career in healthcare and engage with a dedicated team, we can't wait to hear from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Clinical Lab Assistant I - Phlebotomist- SEIU (40 hours/week) Role at EvergreenHealth

What does the Clinical Lab Assistant I - Phlebotomist position at EvergreenHealth entail?

The Clinical Lab Assistant I - Phlebotomist at EvergreenHealth involves performing venipuncture and capillary specimen collection on patients, ensuring accurate labeling and processing of samples, and effectively communicating with healthcare professionals. This role also includes administrative duties such as entering patient information in the lab system and collecting insurance details.