Accessioning Lab Assistant I

CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories•Tukwila, WA

12d•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Assistant I provides general support to technologists, technicians, and pathologists to help ensure smooth departmental workflow. Work may include gathering information from other departments, processing and accessioning specimens, and providing administrative and organizational support. The role involves working around formalin, communicable disease, and fresh human tissue; employees must follow HIPAA standards, Standard Operating Procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements. The position is full-time at the Tukwila Main Lab in Tukwila, Washington. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 4:00 or 5:00 p.m. Initial training is scheduled Monday through Friday, 2:00–10:30 p.m. for about one month. The posted hourly salary range is $22.53–$29.35. CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories is headquartered in the Seattle area and operates a central processing laboratory and a molecular laboratory. The company describes opportunities for training and career progression across administration, laboratory and hospital support, histology, cytology, infectious diseases, molecular, and grossing.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Precise attention to detail.
Adaptability and flexibility.
Time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to multitask.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Professional demeanor.
Ability to perform well under pressure with a large work volume.
Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.
Basic computer program and application skills.
Ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds.
Ability to sit, use a computer, walk, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree with an emphasis in biology, chemistry, or anatomy.
Prior clinical medical setting or laboratory experience.
Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Verify specimen type and patient demographics.
Forward or return specimens to various departments and locations.
Resolve issues with specimen submissions.
Receive specimens delivered by couriers.
Accession all case types and enter data.
Cross-reference information across multiple computer programs.
Maintain and print from the cassette printer.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and prescription coverage, with company-paid options; dependent plans are available.
Employee-only HSA option at $0.00 per month or employee-only PPO option at $45.90 per month.
Dental coverage with company-paid employee-only option; dependent plans are available.
401(k) with company match up to 4%.
Paid time off accruing up to 15–30 days per year depending on years of service.
Six paid holidays per year.
Four floating holidays per year.
Company-paid life and disability insurance.
Fully subsidized ORCA public transportation card.
Free parking at most sites.
Company-paid Norton LifeLock Identity Protection.