Clinical Laboratory Technician 2, Eastside Specialty Center

• 100% FTE

• Monday – Friday (no weekends and holidays) 

• Day shift

What you’ll contribute: 

• Perform stat and routine tests utilizing kit 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 and determine whether 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. 

• Interpret provider test orders, prioritize specimen handling based on specimen type and clinical urgency, monitor requisitions and labels for accuracy, and investigate/document errors and incomplete orders. 

• Prepare and process specimens for transport and testing, storing specimens under optimal temperature conditions for the test(s) indicated. 

• Exhibit a working knowledge 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 and demonstrate routine 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. 

• Represent DLMP and UW Medicine to play an important role in 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 department 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: 

• Phlebotomy and specimen processing experience.  

What we offer:  

• 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  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 to learn more about our department.