Clinical Laboratory Technician

Clinical Laboratory Technician

Req #: 243839

Department: Laboratory Medicine and Pathology

Appointing Department Web Address: http:dlmp.uw

Job Location: Harborview Medical Center, Renton, Seattle - Other, UW Medical Center - Montlake

Posting Date: 05232025

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $25.59 - $36.61 per hour

Other Compensation: This recruitment offers a $3000 Sign-on Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine for classifiedregular positions

Shift Differential:

$1.75 per hour for evening shift

$2.50 per hour for night shift

Union Position: Yes

Shift: Alternate Work Shift

Benefits: $25.59 - $36.61 per hour

$4,436 - $6,345 per month

$53,232 - $76,140 annually

This position provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse and rewarding environment. As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and worklife programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, .

The Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology at the University of Washington (UW) in Seattle is actively seeking Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) 1 candidates to join the crew! We have multiple divisions, locations, and shifts available. For more details, please see below.

What we offer:

$3000 sign-on bonus available for eligible new employees joining the UW Medicine team.

Vacation time and sick time off that accrues 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, and retirement plan options.

Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.

And much more! Please for a comprehensive benefits summary.

What you'll do:

Perform Specimen Processing Activities | Play a key role in patient care by performing specimen processing tasks such receiving, sorting and prioritizing specimens and requests; setting up bacterial susceptibility testing; matching specimens against requisitions for appropriate tube type; centrifuging and aliquoting specimens; processing timed urine collections; resulting and reviewing entries for all reference lab testing; performing blood draws on patients; and performing various computer functions.

Provide Customer Service | Exercise your customer service skills by responding promptly, courteously, and professionally to phone, written, intercom, and window reception inquiries from clients about test information.

Share Your Knowledge | Impart your laboratory wisdom by teaching, training, and sharing practical knowledge with other staff responsible for entering and managing entry of medical necessity, results, andor manual billing; work with leadership to review and update procedures, policies, and job aids.

Utilize Problem-Solving Skills | Resolve specimen or order-related problems in a timely, thorough and accurate manner and provide appropriate documentation for supervisor review.

What you'll need:

High school graduation or equivalent AND one year of chemical, clinical, or public health laboratory experience

OR

Completion of a laboratory assistant course approved by the American Society for Clinical Pathology

OR

Equivalent educationexperience.

Harborview and UW Medical Center Specimen Processing and Remote Lab Division Requirements:

Completion of a phlebotomy course

Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist (MA-P) certification with the WA State Department of Health

*If the new hire does not have an MA-P, they will be required to complete an in-house training program. As a condition of employment, the MA-P must be obtained within 90 days of the start date.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a candidate bank job requisition for all open Clinical Lab Technician 1 positions in the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology. Your application will be reviewed to ensure it meets minimum qualifications. If selected, you will be emailed a screening questionnaire within three (3) business days requesting your shift, location, and division preference(s) referenced below.

SHIFTS:

First Shift (Days)

Second Shift (Evenings)

Third Shift (Nights)

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LOCATIONS:

Harborview Medical Center

UW Medical Center - Montlake

UW Medicine - South Lake Union

UW Medicine - Roosevelt

DIVISONS may include:

HMC & UWMC Specimen Processing

Genetics Lab

Virology

Microbiology

About us:

A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology at UW Medicine combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally.

To learn more about our team, please click HERE.

Additional information:

UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.