Clinical Laboratory Coordinator

About the role

The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology in Seattle, WA seeks a Clinical Laboratory Coordinator for the Anatomic Pathology Slide Room Team at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake. The position involves performing tasks related to the Materials/Slide Room area of Pathology under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and secure Pathology slides and tissue blocks.
• Scan, sort, and file materials.
• Use Pathology software applications to send, retrieve, and track Pathology and outside institution slides and blocks.
• Use Pathology software applications to investigate, locate, and document materials and inquiries/requests.
• Perform four daily runs to distribute material to labs and pathologies.
• Use spreadsheets, word processing, and database software to develop and maintain records.
• Deliver materials to residents, faculty, and other areas of the department as scheduled or as needed.
• Prepare Pathology material for transport via established courier runs.
• Process, track, and return all consult materials to originating institutions.
• Archive Pathology materials according to retention policies and retrieve/return archived materials as necessary.
• Process requests for additional materials from other institutions at the request of Pathology faculty and trainees.
• Create invoices for send-out material/FedEx.
• Answer the Materials Room telephone in a professional manner and direct calls as appropriate.
• Respond to requests for information regarding Pathology materials, reports, and Materials Room operations.
• Interact professionally and communicate appropriately and clearly with physicians, office management, and office staff in DLMP and other departments/institutions.
• Notify supervisor of problems and help supervisor with investigations and resolutions.
• In conjunction with supervisor, develop documentation and process improvements for areas of responsibility.
• Archive surgical slides and block for pervious and current year.

Requirements

• High school graduation.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
• Two (2) years of full-time clerical experience in a medical center setting.

Qualifications

• Desired qualifications include:
• Two (2) years of full-time clerical experience in a medical center setting.

Skills

• Desired skills include:
• Two (2) years of full-time clerical experience in a medical center setting.

Benefits

All employees receive vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays. State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covers 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, retirement, and other plan options. Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U. And much more!

About the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology

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.

About UW Medicine

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that include Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center – Montlake, UW Medical Center – Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.