Phlebotomist/Processor, Federal Way - Interpath Laboratory

Job Description:

Join Our Team as a Phlebotomist/Processor at Interpath Laboratory in Federal Way, WA!

 

We are seeking a friendly and energetic Phlebotomist/Processor with excellent people skills to enhance our team. Ideal candidates will have a collaborative spirit and a commitment to supporting both our patients and our team’s goals.

 

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Administrative duties: Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring for instrumentation alarms.
• Technical Responsibilities: Accurately collect blood and other biological specimens from patients following standard protocols, ensure proper labeling and documentation, prepare specimens for transport to the lab, and conduct preliminary screening tests to support timely and accurate laboratory analysis.
• Accurate data management: Verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient information.
• Specimen handling: Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity.
• Compliance: Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, Medicare rules, and participating in quality assurance.
• Flexibility: Covering work shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.

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Pay: $18.98 - $25.69 Per Hour DOE

 

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, variable shifts (avg 24 hours per week) 

 

Location: 900 S 336th Street

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• WA Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist certification
• Professional phlebotomy experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients and team members
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy in all tasks
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently
• Candidates with a demonstrated history of consistent employment, marked by continuity and minimal career gaps, will be strongly preferred

About Us:

Interpath Laboratory, Inc. is a family owned & operated, clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory with over 90 locations in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. We are the Northwest’s leading innovative laboratory dedicated to providing rapid, reliable, and economical laboratory testing services. With over 50 years of growth and prosperity, we are the region’s largest independent laboratory. We emphasize the vital importance of a vibrant work culture and environment where building relationships, teamwork, and positive attitudes are highly valued!

 

From a comprehensive benefits package to an ever evolving learning and development program which fosters career growth, we truly value our employees and are very proud of the work family we have built since 1967.

• Dental
• Basic Life/AD&D
• 401(K) with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house

General Physical Requirements:

• Laboratory setting with automated equipment emitting ambient sounds.
• High level of staff interaction in close quarters; must hear alarms to ensure timely response to safety needs.
• Regular handling of potentially infectious samples, with required protective gear (lab coat, gloves, goggles, face shield).
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, crawl, twist, and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the day.
• Frequent bending, extended standing, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Flexibility to work extended hours or overtime as needed.

OSHA Category: This role involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues, with Hepatitis-B vaccination offered to all performing these duties.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

EOE Veterans/Disabled: Interpath Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.