Laboratory Assistant jobs in Olympia, WA

Ocean Beach Hospital and Medical Clinics is seeking a full-time Laboratory Assistant!

Build your career with us! We believe in collaborative mentorship in a family feel atmosphere. We are a mission driven non-profit, where we provide compassionate, patient focused care for our community. We value our staff, and our community, and it shows! Unlike the big corporations, we have the time to invest in you and your future. Working for a non-profit also means you would qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Our website: Ocean Beach Hospital - Health Care for Long Beach, Ilwaco, Oceanview, Ocean Park, Seaview, Chinook

In addition to being part of our amazing staff, you would have the pleasure of living here! The Long Beach Peninsula, in beautiful Pacific County, is located in the very southwest corner of Washington state. It's an easy and scenic drive from both Portland and Seattle as well as a classic Highway 101 destination and part of two scenic byways.

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Why should you choose us?

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 5 weeks of PTO in your first year.
• 9 paid holidays.
• 8 volunteerism hours.
• Short term disability.
• Retirement plans with a 5% employer match after one year.
• Excellent EAP provider.
• And more!

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• High school graduate or equivalent, college preferred.
• Familiar with Medical Terminology.
• Washington State Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist Certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Prior experience in hospital/health care operations, with laboratory experience preferred.

Job Summary:

The Lab Assistant draws blood from patients for analysis or transfusion. Following blood collection, phlebotomists clearly label and document the specimens. Blood collection and record-keeping are crucial. The Lab Assistant will deal with patients, staff, and providers in a courteous and respectful manner on a daily basis.

Assists the Laboratory staff by preparing appropriate paperwork for completion of laboratory tests; answers telephones; filing patient orders, faxing results, entering orders into our EMR, and may assist with patient preparation according to departmental policies and procedures. Laboratory assistance may perform waived testing after proving competency. Performs all other assigned tasks as required.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality. Has frequent access to patient records, therefore, is expected to maintain full confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA guidelines.
• Correctly and consistently processes patient paperwork/orders/results.
• Runs Medical Necessity Verification and accurately compute ABN's as needed.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing phlebotomy and ECGs.
• Demonstrates appropriate customer service skills when conferring with laboratory customers, providers, and hospital staff.
• Demonstrates sufficient knowledge of laboratory operations to communicate with laboratory customers.
• Answers department telephones.
• Demonstrates the ability to work individually as well as demonstrates the ability to work cohesively as a team member.
• Prioritize workload to optimize patient care.
• Contributes to a culture of Patient-Centered
• Contributes to a safe work environment.
• Demonstrates commitment to the team and serves as a mentor to co-workers.
• Maintains practices of financial stewardship.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in stressful situations.
• Constantly provide excellent customer service.
• Knowledge in laboratory compliance and medical necessity.
• Strong clerical skills ability to use a computer a must.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to competently complete tasks individually with minimum supervision.
• Familiar with general hospital procedures.
• Organizes and efficiently performs duties.
• Knowledgeable in the use of department equipment and supplies.
• Ability to clearly write and interpret others handwriting.
• Understand the hazards involved with laboratory equipment and biohazard material.
• Assist in all areas of Laboratory Department as directed.
• Ability to understand and run waived testing competently.
• Adheres to all regulatory rules and regulations applicable to the hospital and laboratory.
• Completes all training on time.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies.

If this sounds like you, please apply today! Questions? Contact HR at employment@oceanbeachhospital.com.