Job description

About Us:

Skagit Regional Health, the umbrella name for Skagit Valley Hospital and Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics, is a health care leader in Northwest Washington, providing advanced, quality and comprehensive services to the people of our communities. If you are looking to advance your career in growing hospital, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

*$3,500 Sign-On Bonus for Lab Assistants for .60 FTE and Above*

Essential Functions:

• Performs phlebotomy, clerical, computer and non-technical procedures including dispensing blood units for transfusion.
• Selects veins appropriate for purposes of venipuncture. Differentiates between veins and arteries.
• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical skills in using aseptic technique.
• Demonstrates knowledge of hazardous materials and toxic chemicals and follows safety precautions.
• Has knowledge of infectious materials and waste and handles them appropriately.
• Checks laboratory requisition for tests ordered.
• Properly identifies the patient by checking their name band or by asking the patient to identify themselves (to include their full name and date of birth).
• Performs venipuncture or capillary puncture with minimal trauma to patient, using aseptic technique, and correct equipment according to phlebotomy manual procedures.
• Assures proper management and administration of proper procedures for newborns through adults to include geriatric patients.
• Properly labels all blood tubes as outlined by the policy.
• If unsuccessful after 2 venipuncture attempts, consults with another lab staff member. If tech is working alone, he/she will assess whether to attempt another venipuncture or notify the nurse/physician of the situation.
• Process the tubes properly as required by the tests ordered.
• Properly labels tube and the appropriate requisition with the specimen number.
• Enters the patient demographics into the laboratory computer system accurately.
• Enters the specimen information and test requested properly to insure appropriate billing and assure that all test ordered are run.
• Accurately enter and review results in the laboratory computer.
• Deliver reports in a timely manner to the nurses station and physicians boxes.
• Collect nasal smears, throat cultures and eye cultures as ordered by the physician.

Qualifications:

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Current Washington State Medical Assistant Phlebotomy (MA-P, PC) OR Medical Assistant – Certified (MA-C) license required.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS required.

Our Mission:

• To continually improve the health of our communities serving with compassion and respect, one person at a time.

To learn more about Skagit Regional Health and to apply for the position that you desire, please visit www.skagitregionalhealth.org/careers

Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a (retirement), long term disability, sick time, and paid time off to all employees working 20 or more hours per week.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Pay: $19.59 - $29.15 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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