- Kindred Hospital Seattle – First Hill is an 80-bed long-term acute care hospital offering the same in depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period.
- We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness.
- We are located in the heart of downtown Seattle, surrounded by a number of shops and restaurants within walking distance.
- Job Summary Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager, the Phlebotomist assumes responsibility for performing venipunctures and related clinical specimen collection/preparation tasks and laboratory duties that are clerical in nature.
- Essential Functions Collects blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.
- Explains collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.
- Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, files paperwork.
- Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays.
- Maintains work areas.
- Orders supplies when needed.
- Utilizes laboratory information system to document specimen collection, receipt, create manifests and other functions as needed.
- Performs clerical work and assists in laboratory functions as delegated by the Laboratory Manager/Director.
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%25 Must read, write and speak fluent English.
- Must have good and regular attendance.
- Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements.
- Basic computer knowledge required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Pay range: $20.76 - $24.38/Hr
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
- Education HS Graduate or equivalent.
- Formal Phlebotomy training as required by state.
- Licenses/Certifications Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred.
- State license/registration as required by state Current BLS required.
- Experience Six (6) months acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture or one (1) year outpatient lab experience preferred.
