Phlebotomist Float
$33,592–$59,904 year
On-siteIssaquah, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Collect blood specimens via venipuncture and capillary puncture, process and transport samples, and perform waived laboratory testing. Provide patient collection instructions, instruct on post-phlebotomy care, and troubleshoot specimen or equipment issues. Maintain a safe environment by properly disposing of bio-hazardous materials and rotating supplies. Interact professionally with patients and providers, locate missing orders, and follow all standard of work protocols. Travel 75% of the time across three Seattle locations, including Madison, Ballard, and Northgate. Work a 40-hour week Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 6:00 pm PST, with potential Saturday and holiday rotations.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- Completion of a Phlebotomy Certificate program through an accredited school
- Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist (MA-Pbt) certification from the state to perform capillary and venous invasive procedures for blood withdrawal under the supervision of a health care practitioner
- BLS certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
- 1+ years of computer proficiency experience in Microsoft Office and demonstrates solid computer skills
- 1+ years of experience in excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others
- Ability to travel 75% as needed to locations below: Optum- Madison 904 7th Ave, (Second Floor Laboratory) Seattle WA 98104 -Main Office, Optum-Ballard 1448 NW Market St., Ste. 200, Seattle, WA 9810, Optum-Northgate Plaza9709 3rd Ave. NE, Seattle, WA 98115
- Ability to use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects. Occasionally, lifting to 50 pounds and carrying up to 24 pounds may be required
- Access to reliable transportation and travel to other locations
- Must follow written and oral instructions and complete routine tasks independently
- Complete all compliance training, including but not limited to HIPAA/Privacy/Confidentiality/Non-Discrimination/Harassment/Integrity Statement and signed Agreements
- Ensures confidentiality of patient information by following HIPAA guidelines
- Attends training to meet job position requirements Div. of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH), OSHA, L&I, and other state/federal regulations
- Have regular and predictable attendance
- Ability to travel to other locations when needed
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Must be able to carry up to 24 pounds
- Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment
Desired Qualifications
- 6+ months of experience in a healthcare or patient-facing role, such as a medical assistant or support staff or phlebotomy andor laboratory experience
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