🚀 Clinical Laboratory Technician 1, HMC Specimen Procurement

Overview

The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Seattle, WA has a fantastic opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) 1 with the Specimen Procurement Team at Harborview Medical Center.

Are you passionate about science and ready to make a real impact on patient care? As a CLT 1, you will play a vital role in the diagnostic process of laboratory testing. You will process and prepare specimens for testing, perform blood draws on patients, and provide excellent customer service to influence timely and accurate diagnoses at UW Medicine and beyond. Our Specimen Procurement Team values diversity, collaboration, and a supportive work culture.

Work schedule:

• Fixed duration appointment
• 100% FTE
• Wednesday - Sunday
• Night shift

What you’ll contribute

Perform Specimen Processing Activities | Play a key role in patient care by performing specimen processing tasks such as receiving, sorting and prioritizing specimens and requests; matching specimens against requisitions for appropriate tube type; centrifuging and aliquoting specimens; processing timed urine collections; resulting and reviewing entries for all reference lab testing; performing blood draws on patients; and performing various computer functions.

Provide Customer Service | Respond promptly, courteously, and professionally to inquiries from patients, clients, and hospital and laboratory staff.

Share Your Knowledge | Orienting and training new employees; participating in performance improvement activities and supporting the hospital in meeting JCAHO, CLIA, and CAP accreditation standards.

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

And much more!

What you’ll need

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 for Clinical Pathology

OR

Equivalent education/experience.

Additional DLMP requirements

• Completion of a Phlebotomy course
• Medical Assistant – Phlebotomist (MA-P) certification with the Washington State Department of Health OR obtain the MA-P certification within 60 days of start date

Desired qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in science
• Experience in a major medical hospital laboratory
• Experience with a Laboratory Information System (LIS)

What we offer

• $3,000 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, retirement, and other plan options.
• Lots of free fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
• And much more!

About the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology

The DLMP at UW Medicine combines 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. We serve labs and medical facilities nationally and internationally. Please visit our website 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. Its mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

Across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform high-quality work with integrity and compassion in a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum: $54,828.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum: $78,420.00 annual

Other Compensation: -

Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit the UW benefits site.

Shift: Permanent Night Shift

Temporary or Regular? This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit: WFSE HMC

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 energy, creative problem-solving and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. They enjoy benefits, opportunities for professional growth and a diverse, intellectually vibrant environment.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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, 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. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.