Senior Phlebotomist

Providence • Olympia, WA

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About The Position

A Senior Phlebotomist is responsible for clinical laboratory duties, including: All Sites: Reception and Telephone duties & proficient operation laboratory equipment including HIS/LIS systems; specimen handling: receiving and processing; prep & shipping of lab specimens for at Reference Laboratories; specimen/patient registration; phlebotomy - collection of blood samples by venipuncture or capillary stick; therapeutic blood collection; swab collection of specific Micro samples (per competency); assignment to OP Lab locations; training new staff as assigned. If assigned to a site where offered: Dispatch functions, EKG performance, collection of DOT and non-DOT drug screens, for cause drug screens (HR), and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT); clinic relief fill-in. Communication Requirements: respectful and patient communications (written and verbal) with patients, clients, other lab staff, and caregivers from other departments. Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Peter Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification upon hire
• 2 years experience in a clinical lab setting
• Experience in 7 of the basic skills described in the essential functions of the job description

Nice To Haves

• Coursework/Training: Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy training Program/Course approved by WA State

Responsibilities

• Reception and Telephone duties
• Proficient operation of laboratory equipment including HIS/LIS systems
• Specimen handling: receiving and processing
• Prep & shipping of lab specimens for Reference Laboratories
• Specimen/patient registration
• Phlebotomy - collection of blood samples by venipuncture or capillary stick
• Therapeutic blood collection
• Swab collection of specific Micro samples (per competency)
• Assignment to OP Lab locations
• Training new staff as assigned
• Dispatch functions (if assigned to a site where offered)
• EKG performance (if assigned to a site where offered)
• Collection of DOT and non-DOT drug screens (if assigned to a site where offered)
• For cause drug screens (HR) (if assigned to a site where offered)
• Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) (if assigned to a site where offered)
• Clinic relief fill-in

Benefits

• Best-in-class benefits designed to support you and your family in staying well
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Financial security support

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals