Clinical Laboratory Technician Lead

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Renton, WA has a fantastic opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) Lead with the Specimen Processing Services Team at the Renton Central Lab. As a CLT Lead, you will play a vital role in the diagnostic process of laboratory testing. Whether you are processing and preparing specimens for testing or providing excellent customer service, you are influencing the timely and accurate diagnosis of patients at UW Medicine and beyond. Our Specimen Processing Services Team embraces diversity, collaboration, and a supportive work culture. Together, we don’t just process specimens – we help power the future of healthcare.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent AND three (3) years of chemical, clinical, or public health laboratory experience.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in science
• Experience in a major medical hospital laboratory
• Experience with electronic health record (EHRs) information systems
• Experience with laboratory information system (LIS)

Responsibilities

• Informs supervisor of operational status and personnel issues and provides leadership to the Central Lab Specimen Processing Services (SPS) staff.
• Performs the work of Clinical Laboratory Technicians (CLT 1, CLT 2) and assigns, instructs, and reviews the work of others.
• Primary focus is the pre-analytical handling and processing of patient specimens for diagnostic testing.
• Responsible for receiving, processing and distribution of routine and stat specimens for analytical testing.
• Operates laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, and processing hoods.
• Performs at a technical level on routine laboratory tests and/or laboratory processing and set up work which supports the operations of a clinical laboratory.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the hospital in meeting JCAHO, CLIA and CAP accreditation standards.
• Inspires and motivates subordinates by personal motivation, loyalty, enthusiasm and positive attitude towards self, others and the workplace.
• Communicates courteously and clearly with hospital and laboratory staff to resolve problems.
• Establish and maintain positive attitude toward patients, patient care providers, self, others and the workplace.

Benefits

• Vacation time and sick time off that accrue monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
• State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
• Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
• Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, retirement, and other plan options.
• Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED