Clinical Laboratory Technician 1

Job Description

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

Whowerelooking for:

The UW Medicine-Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology(DLMP)in Seattle WA has a fantastic opportunity for aClinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) 1with theImmunology Teamat the University of Washington Medical Center Montlake.

CLT 1s are the critical first line in the Immunology lab. Theyaccessionand process all the specimens answer phone calls keep track of pending monitors and review orders in the Laboratory Information System and Electronic Health Record.

Work schedule:

• FTE 100%

• Day shift

Whatyoullcontribute:

• Understand calibrate operate troubleshoot and perform routine and emergency maintenance of laboratory instruments listed below and related equipment as appropriate: pH meter balances centrifuges pipette

• Make and organize reagents according to protocol.

• Maintain chemical inventory and SDS records. Prepare containers for chemical waste monitor the waste volume and arrange for disposal.

• Is responsible for ordering of supplies renewing standing orders and service contracts and monitoring of non-reagent supply inventory. Receives and stores supplies as they down overdue shipments. Communicate with inventory techs about the status of orders.

• Monitor freezer and refrigerator freezers refrigerators waterbaths and incubators as needed.

• Monitor compressed gas cylinders replacing as needed.

• Prepare and process samples for transport and/or testing.

• Exhibits working knowledge of laboratory computer systems including but not limited to the laboratory information system (LIS) PurchasePath MediaLab Excel and Word.

• Perform work accurately precisely and meet completion deadlines through efficient workload independently and handle heavy workloads calmly and efficiently.

• Locate missing samples resolve ordering problems/questions credit testing as samples needed by other sections or for research testing.

• Helps maintain sample storage.

• Answers the telephone and retrieving recording telephone to inquiries concerning patient lab values reference ranges specimen requirements procedures time required for tests.

• Create maintain and organize records that are thorough accurate and legible.

• Support the Prenatal Risk Screening program by contacting sending locations for missing information reminders test cancelations notification of abnormal results and organizing paperwork.

• Login proficiency testing samples and store them after testing is completed.

• Store archive and retrieve laboratory working notebooks for assays and QC records.

• May perform phlebotomy.

• Member of the division Safety Team and supports the work of the division Safety Representative.

• Perform data processing and clerical tasks as required.

• Perform the work of a clinical Laboratory Assistant.

• Perform related duties as required.

Whatyoullneed:

• 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 of Clinical Pathologists.

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

Whatweoffer:

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

• Vacation time and sick time off thataccruemonthly 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 offreefantastic fitness healthy eating finance and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.

• And much more!

Aboutthe Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology:

A regional resource for clinical laboratory servicesrequiredfor innovative patient care research and educational programs theDepartment of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP)at UW Medicine combinesthe 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.

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About UW Medicine:

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research 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 physiciansscientistsand 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 29000healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includeHarborview 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.