Lab Clerk / Specimen Processing - 249972

Lab Clerk / Specimen Processing Specialist Seattle, WA (7th Ave -98104)

Schedule/Shift: Monday - Friday 1:30pm-10pm

Overview of Responsibilities: Perform meticulous specimen processing including receiving, verifying patient identification, sorting, and preparing biological specimens. Utilize EHR and LIS computers to review data, label specimens, and load lab equipment. Operate laboratory equipment such as centrifuges and copiers. Manage phone inquiries from providers regarding test ordering, specimen requirements, and patient results. Contact reference laboratories for test inquiries and issue resolution. Handle documentation for lab incidents, resolve specimen issues, and scan external results into the EHR. Conduct routine equipment maintenance including recording temperatures and cleaning laboratory stations. Participate in Quality Improvement and Lean Process Improvement activities to ensure laboratory efficiency.

Pay : $21.30 - $22.00 an hour(Dependant on experience)

Requirements: Prior experience in a clinical lab setting or phlebotomy. Proficiency in using EMR (EPIC) and laboratory information systems (LIS). Ability to act professionally and respectfully toward physicians, staff, and patients. Reliable attendance for the scheduled Monday through Friday shift.

Contract Length : 520 Hours. Potential opportunity to convert to permanent hire after satisfactory completion of contract.

Benefits : Paid Sick Time Offered (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances; WA - 1 hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked) Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix Offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).) 401k (eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1) Short Term Disability Insurance Term Life Insurance Planed)