Clinical Lab Assistant II Non-Phlebotomist - Microbiology Lab - Per Diem

Wage Range: $24.63 - $37.20 per hour plus additional per diem ratePosted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.Job Summary:The Clinical Lab Assistant II (non-phlebotomist) is responsible for specimen processing, setting up microbiology cultures, preparing direct smears and other specimen setup under the direction of a medical technologist. Exhibits problem-solving skills in order to promote efficient customer service and client satisfaction. Interacts daily with other members of the healthcare team to include laboratory and hospital personnel and must maintain a broad knowledge base.

Primary Duties:

1. Processes all microbiology samples according to laboratory protocol
2. Answer and navigate calls with accuracy, efficiency, and courtesy using best customer service tactics and practices
3. Acts as a resource to co-workers, clients and patients for general lab questions and directs any complex technical questions to the appropriate personnel
4. Uses the laboratory information system and other reference laboratory’s web-based applications to independently solve complex issues in a sensitive, caring and timely manner.
5. Performs quality control tasks to include preparation of QC slides.
6. Performs administrative tasks to include document filing, preparing requisitions for billing and preparing credit sheets.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience:REQUIRED for the position:
-High school diploma
-some college level courses
-Three (3) years of experience in a clinical laboratoryDESIRED for the position:
-Bachelor degree in microbiology or a related health science field preferred or an equivalent combination of academic courses in a related field and work experience in a clinical microbiology environment.-5 years of experience in a clinical microbiology laboratory.Benefit Information:
Choices that care for you and your familyAt EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer the following benefits and resources for our per diem staff to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
• Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
• Free parking
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare 1199NW.