Clinical Laboratory Technician 2, Eastside Specialty Center

University of Washington

Seattle, WA

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Analysis Skills, Assays, Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Pathology, Community and Social Services, Compensation and Benefits, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Establish Priorities, Family Medicine, Health Department, Health Science, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Informatics, Laboratory, Laboratory Systems, Laboratory Techniques, Medical Assistance, Medicine, Pathology, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Pediatrics, Phlebotomy, Primary Care, Public Health, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Monitoring, Sample/Specimen Processing, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Testing

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

18 days ago

**Job Description** **Who** **we're** **looking for:** The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) has a fantastic opportunity for a **Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) 2** with the **Ambulatory Lab** **Services** **Team** at **Eastside Specialty Center** in Bellevue, WA. In this role, you will join a team of respectful and collaborative lab professionals in providing outstanding direct patient care to UW Medicine patients. As a CLT 2, you will be responsible for pre-analytic laboratory procedures such as phlebotomy and specimen processing as well as performing several rapid tests on-site. This is a great professional growth opportunity for Lab Technicians, Lab Assistants, or Phlebotomists to learn and perform point of care testing, quality control and quality assurance, and basic troubleshooting. This position may rotate between the Husky Health Center, UWMC Roosevelt, and South Lake Union clinical laboratories as needed. **W** **ork schedule** **:** + 100% FTE + Monday - Friday (no weekends and holidays) + Day shift **What** **you'll** **contribute:** + Perform stat and routine testsutilizingkit assays and point of care devices and accurately enter test results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS). + Perform quality control analyses on all tests assigned anddeterminewhether all parameters are within established ranges. + Perform routine quality monitoring of test systems and troubleshoot, when necessary, by consulting manufacturer's manuals, division procedures, and requesting guidance from the MLS or Lead. + Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and appropriately handle telephone inquiries from staff and providers. + Perform phlebotomy on adult and pediatric patients. + Interpretprovidertest orders, prioritize specimen handling based on specimen type and clinical urgency,monitorrequisitions and labels for accuracy,and investigate/document errors and incomplete orders. + Prepare and process specimens for transport and testing, storing specimens underoptimaltemperature conditions for the test(s)indicated. + Exhibita workingknowledge of the lab information systems (LIS), including Sunquest and EPIC;problem-solve issues, and generate batch lists, pending logs, and exception reports, etc. to document and track specimens within the Department. + Participate in training anddemonstrateroutine laboratory techniques to students and new employees. + Monitor laboratory inventory in assigned work area and notify lead if supplies are needed and place orders, if assigned. + RepresentDLMPand UW Medicinetoplayan important rolein promoting our mission, values and goal of service excellence and patient safety. **What** **you'll** **need:** + High school graduation or equivalent AND two(2)years of chemical, clinical, or public health laboratory experience. + 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_ _d_ _epartment_ _r_ _equirement_ **:** + Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist (MA-P) certification with the Washington State Department of Health ORobtainthe MA-P certification within180 daysof start date. **Desire** **d** **q** **ualifications:** + Phlebotomy and specimen processing experience. **What** **we** **offer:** + 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! **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** 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 (http://dlmp.uw.edu/) to learn more about our department. **About UW Medicine** **:** UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's 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 tomorrow's 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 29,000 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 (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) . Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. ? **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $27.98 hourly **Pay Range Maximum:** $40.05 hourly **Other Compensation:** - **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ **Shift:** First Shift (United States of America) **Temporary or Regular?** This is a regular position **FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):** 100.00% **Union/Bargaining Unit:** SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech **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 world. In 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 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) . To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . 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 (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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