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Island Health lists this Laboratory Assistant - Part Time / Mid-Shift - Variable opportunity in anacortes, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Laboratory AssistantIn the Laboratory Assistant position, you will play a key role in performing non-technical and technical duties, to include the performance and resulting of designated clinical laboratory testing. Performs routine laboratory specimen collection procedures including; venipuncture, capillary puncture, and urine collection. Possesses and maintains knowledge and skills regarding specimen collection and processing.Location: Anacortes, WA / OnsiteSchedule: 0.875 FTE Part Time / Mid-Shift - variableSalary Range: $21.91 - $32.55/ hr. Night Differential - $2.75 Evening Differential - $2.25 Weekend Differential - $1.50For Information on Employee Benefits and SEIU ContractWhat you will be doing:Commitment to Team: Develops and facilitates good working relationships with superiors, physicians, staff members and co-workers/peers. Contributes in problem-solving activities intra- and inter-departmentally. Demonstrates flexible staffing needs within the department. Uses department resources (supplies, equipment) in a cost-effective manner.Promotes/Provides Safe Patient Care: Demonstrates understanding that all employees are responsible for patient safety.Under the supervision and with on-the-job documented training by a Medical Technologist, performs waived testing, urine measurements and culture setups as allowed by Washington State and CLIA licensing.Obtains blood specimens from patients of all ages.Performs Drug Screen Collections and maintains DOT/NONDOT certifications.Ensures integrity of all samples through proper patient identification, labeling, appropriate tubes and techniques.Receives, sorts and organizes requisitions, enter lab orders in the computer, schedule tests and perform other Lab clerical tasks.What you will bring to the role:High School Diploma or GEDCertified by the State of Washington as a Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist (MA-P)Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Note: MA-P and BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.Minimum six (6) months Phlebotomy Experience at Island Health or one (1) year documented experience as a Laboratory Assistant or equivalent as determined by Laboratory Director.Qualify under Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)Make a Difference with UsAt Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported.Why You'll Love Working HereWe believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you'll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceGenerous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness BenefitsLife Insurance and Long-Term Disability CoverageVested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending AccountsTuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment ProgramsEmployee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused teamReady to Apply?Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health.QualificationsBehaviorsPreferred: Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done wellDedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupEducationRequired: High School or better.Licenses & CertificationsRequired: MA Phlebotomist DOHEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Worksite address
anacortes, WA, 98221, US
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