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Job Description

The Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology at the University of Washington (UW) in Seattle is seeking Laboratory Assistant to join the crew!

What we offer:

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

+ Vacation time and sick time off that accrues 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, and retirement plan options.

+ Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.

+ And much more! Please click here (http://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-classified-staff-20191231.pdf) for a comprehensive benefits summary.

What you’ll do:

+ **_Perform_** **Specimen Processing Activities** | Play a key role in patient care by obtaining and performing specimen processing tasks.

+ **_Provide_** **Customer Service** | Exercise your customer service skills by responding promptly, courteously, and professionally to phone, written, intercom, and window reception inquiries from clients about test information.

+ **_Share_** **Your Knowledge** | Impart your laboratory wisdom by teaching, training, and sharing practical knowledge with other staff responsible for entering and managing entry of medical necessity, results, and/or manual billing; work with leadership to review and update procedures, policies, and job aids.

+ **_Utilize_** **Problem-Solving Skills** | Resolve specimen or order-related problems in a timely, thorough and accurate manner and provide appropriate documentation for supervisor review.

What you’ll need:

+ High school diploma or GED equivalent.

+ Active Washington State issued MA-Phlebotomist Certification

Conditions of Employment:

+ It will be necessary to work in other departmental locations in order to meet patient service requirements, especially at Harborview Medical Center. In addition, less frequent work effort will be required at other UW School of Medicine locations (e.g., South Lake Union) and Seattle-area healthcare institutions.

+ Will be considered essential staff and as such will be required to report to work when scheduled despite inclement weather.

+ Must be able to meet with all shifts on a regular basis

About us:

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.

To learn more about our team, please click HERE. (https://dlmp.uw.edu/about/about-us)

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$25.06 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$36.45 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%

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 proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

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.