Clinical Laboratory Technician 1, HMC Specimen Procurement

Job Description

$3000 sign-on bonus available for eligible new employees joining the UW Medicine team.

Who were looking for:

The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Seattle WA has a fantastic opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) 1 with the Specimen Procurement Team at Harborview Medical Center.

Are you passionate about science and ready to make a real impact on patient care As a CLT 1 you will play a vital role in the diagnostic process of laboratory testing. Whether you are processing and preparing specimens for testing performing blood draws on patients or providing excellent customer service you are influencing the timely and accurate diagnosis of patients at UW Medicine and beyond. Our Specimen Procurement Team embraces diversity collaboration and a supportive work culture. Together we dont just process specimens we help power the future of healthcare.

Work schedule:

• 100% FTE
• Work schedule to be discussed with the hiring manager
• Day shift

What youll contribute:

Perform Specimen Process Activities Play a key role in patient care by performing specimen processing tasks such as receiving sorting and prioritizing specimens and requests matching specimens against requisitions for appropriate tube type centrifuging and aliquoting specimens processing timed urine collections resulting and reviewing entries for all reference lab testing performing blood draws on patients and performing various computer functions.

Perform Customer Service Exercise your customer service skills by responding promptly courteously and professionally to inquiries from patients clients and hospital and laboratory staff.

Share Your Knowledge Impart your laboratory wisdom by orienting and training new employees participate in performance improvement activities and support the hospital in meeting JCAHO CLIA and CAP accreditation standards.

Utilize Problem-Solving Skills Resolve specimen and order-related problems in a timely thorough and accurate manner and provide appropriate documentation for supervisor review.

What youll need:

• High school graduation or equivalent AND one (1) year of chemical clinical or public health laboratory experience

OR

• Completion of a laboratory assistant course approved by the American Society for Clinical Pathology

OR

• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

Additional DLMP requirement:

• Medical Assistant Phlebotomist (MA-P) certification with the Washington State Department of Health OR obtain the MA-P certification within 180 days of start date.

Desired qualifications:

• Associate or bachelors degree in science
• Experience in a major medical hospital laboratory
• Experience with a Laboratory Information System (LIS)

What we offer:

• $3000 sign-on bonus available for eligible new employees joining the UW Medicine team.
• Vacation time and sick time off that accrue monthly including 12 paid holidays.
• State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
• Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
• Excellent healthcare dental disability retirement and other plan options.
• Lots of free fantastic fitness healthy eating finance and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
• And much more!

About the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology:

A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care research and educational programs the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) at UW Medicine combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training world-class research initiatives and a commitment to community service we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally.

Please visit our website to learn more about our department.

About UW Medicine:

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that include Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.