Labratory Assistant, PRN/Supp
Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center·Odessa, Washington
Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center·Odessa, Washington
The Lab Assistant is responsible for specimen collection via phlebotomy and performing lab tests under supervision. Additional duties include data processing, billing preparation, and maintaining lab supplies.
Description Primary Focus The primary purpose of the Lab Assistant is to conduct lab functions as directed by the Lab Manager.
Essential Functions Include, But Are Not Limited To
Specimen collection and processing by phlebotomy, including reference laboratory and data entry.
Run lab test under supervision of Medical Technologist (not required to be on site).
Process data: report receiving, routing, and filing.
Billing sheet and lab report form preparation.
Daily stocking of blood drawing trays.
Answers Laboratory phone.
Follows district policies to protect themself from blood borne pathogens: i.e. wearing gloves and glasses. Standard precautions are strictly followed.
Other tasks as assigned by the Lab Manager. Schedule Lab Assistant is a supplemental/PRN position. Schedules are not set and may vary month to month.
Work with potentially infectious blood/body fluid and hazardous material in a controlled protective setting.
Market context
In Washington, operations roles often draw interest from candidates with clerical, scheduling, or process-support experience, especially in education and healthcare settings. These positions can be competitive because employers look for reliable organization, clear communication, and, in this case, current University of Washington enrollment with the required credit load plus at least 6 months of clerical work experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your enrollment status and clerical experience before applying.
