Phlebotomist/Processor, Tri-Cities (5926)

Job Description: Interpath Laboratory is looking for a friendly and energetic Phlebotomist/Processor with outstanding people skills to join our team in Tri-Cities, WA.
Qualified candidates will have a collaborative team spirit and a willingness to support the needs of our patients as well as the goals of the job and the team.
In this role, successful candidates will be responsible for all elements of the clinical laboratory operations including point of patient reception, specimen collection, specimen processing, and reporting for all entities owned or affiliated with Interpath Laboratory, Inc.
within area.
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be/iMaXUt6s9rg Benefit Highlights: Medical, Dental, Vision with In-Network & Custom Network discounts 401(K) with discretionary employer match Paid Time Off Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house Pay: $17.
00 - $23.
02 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday, various shifts with rotating Saturdays Location: PSC off of N Ely St.
Essential Job Functions: Performs administrative duties including providing excellent customer service to all patients, clients and employees.
Answers phones in a timely manner following company standards on proper phone etiquette.
Monitors for instrumentation alarms and responds to them in a timely manner.
Maintains an awareness of surroundings as part of expectation to monitor for issues and safety hazards in the work environment.
Maintains a readiness to respond to colleague questions and instructions.
Serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens, preparing specimens for laboratory testing and performing screening procedures.
Consistently monitors highly detailed information that requires a high degree of accuracy, including, but not limited to verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient’s information to specimens.
Receives samples from clients and other Interpath sites.
Accurately processes samples in timely manner to ensures Interpath meets established routine and Stat turnaround times.
Maintains specimen integrity from collection point and up to point transferred to technical staff.
Accurately translates physician orders and diagnoses.
Packages samples for referral labs.
Prints and distributes reports.
Follows established safety protocols.
Follows established daily checklist to ensure all tasks performed on schedule.
Understands and adheres to HIPAA policies, procedures and regulations to assure patient confidentiality.
Understands and adheres to Medicare rules regarding ABN’s (Advance Beneficiary Notice).
Actively participates in departmental quality assurance monitors.
Follows all established Internal Quality protocols.
Judges adequacy of submitted specimens, using technical assistance if needed.
Covers work shifts, sometimes at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.
Attends work regularly and on time.
Performs other work related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Required: Education: High School graduate or equivalent Licensure/Certification: WA state Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist certification Skills: Good communication skills; Accurate and detail oriented; Good organizational skills Preferred: Experience: Phlebotomy background and/or experience in a laboratory setting About Us: Interpath Laboratory, Inc.
is a family owned & operated, clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory with over 90 locations in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
We are the Northwest’s leading innovative laboratory dedicated to providing rapid, reliable, and economical laboratory testing services.
With over 50 years of growth and prosperity, we are the region’s largest independent laboratory.
We emphasize the vital importance of a vibrant work culture and environment where building relationships, teamwork, and positive attitudes are highly valued! From a comprehensive benefits package to an ever evolving learning and development program which fosters career growth, we truly value our employees and are very proud of the work family we have built since 1967.
General Physical Requirements: Laboratory setting includes numerous automated machines that make humming and beeping sounds.
High level of staff activity and interaction in relatively close proximity.
Must be able to hear in order to monitor alarms and respond to any safety hazards in a timely manner.
Regularly exposed to infection by handling potentially infectious samples.
Wearing appropriate protective gear: Lab coat, gloves, goggles, and face shield.
Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, crawl, bend and twist as needed.
Requires walking on non-level surfaces, inside and outside the office, throughout the day.
Frequent bending and stooping.
Typically stands for extended period of times.
Ability to work long hours, and overtime, as needed.
Lifting up to 30 pounds.
OSHA Category: This position performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues.
All employees performing these duties are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis-B vaccination series.
Equal Opportunity Statement: EOE Veterans/Disabled: Interpath Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.