Laboratory Aide

Bloodworks NW•Renton, WA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Bloodworks Northwest is seeking a Laboratory Aide to join their Donor Testing Lab. This role provides essential technical and clerical support for the daily operations of the lab. The incumbent will be responsible for preparing materials and reagents for testing, performing clerical duties, and maintaining testing records. This is a critical position with direct patient impact, requiring flexibility and dedication.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science.
Continuous standing, sitting, walking, talking, hearing, and repetitive hand/wrist motions.
Occasional bending and reaching.
Rarely stooping and kneeling.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
The ability to prioritize workload according to business and customer needs.
The ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently while also addressing periodic interruptions, equipment malfunctions, computer downtime, etc.
The ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and with staff from other departments.
Must be able to model a high level of professionalism and teamwork behavior.
The ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as assigned.
The ability to perform basic computer functions, including data entry and word processing.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 20 pounds throughout a normal day.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to transport large boxes weighing up to 65 pounds throughout the building using a hand truck or flat cart.

Responsibilities

Retrieve, prepare, and ship samples for routine and specialized testing, confirmatory testing, training, research, and retention.
Dispose of testing samples per the defined schedule.
Perform and document maintenance and quality-control procedures for instrumentation used in Donor Testing.
Support External Account testing, including customer service, faxing testing records, and returning shipping materials.
Take inventory and order medical and office supplies.
Provide telephone reception.
Operate computer systems relevant to the work performed in the department at this level, including Surround, BBCS, PC applications, Reliance ETQ, and REES.
Be prepared to work extended and/or consecutive shifts, and possibly at a different location, during periods of inclement weather or emergency operations.
Recognize situations in which management and/or Technologists should be consulted.
Comply with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as written.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Family coverage
Retirement plans (401a & 403b)
Consolidated paid leave program (4.8 – 6.8 weeks of time off accrued per year, based on length of service)
Subsidized transit program
Educational reimbursement
Relocation assistance bonus (for candidates hired from outside of our service area)