Phlebotomist I-Specimen Collection

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington. With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states.

About the role

Working in a fast-paced and complex healthcare environment, the professional phlebotomist works directly with patients and colleagues to collect specimens via venipuncture and provide patient education for the self-collection of other lab orderables, namely urine and stool. Promotes and maintains effective and professional communication with patients, clients, co-workers, and Fred Hutch colleagues. Works efficiently to minimize patient wait times. Attendance and punctuality are required.

This is a part-time .50 FTE position located in South Lake Union.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy on patients, donors, research participants, and employees of all ages.
• Prepare patient and collection equipment according to established specimen collection policies and procedures.
• In collaboration with the patient, verify the patient’s name and date of birth prior to the procedure and after labeling the collected specimens, before the patient leaves the blood draw area.
• Instruct patients on proper collection of urine and stool specimens.
• Develop professional working relationships with colleagues via direct and timely communication.
• Record variances of standard policies and procedures in Patient Safety Net accurately and where required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• WA State MA/Phlebotomy Certification
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adjust to changing workloads
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months working in a fast-paced customer service environment
• 6 months phlebotomy experience
• Previous experience working in an outpatient clinic
• Experience with EPIC/Cadence, answering phones, and handling phone inquiries from patients and staff

Pay

The hourly pay range for this position is from $22.22 to $31.63 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include:

• Medical/vision and dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans
• Family life support and employee assistance program
• Onsite health clinic
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation (12-22 days per year, prorated for part-time positions)
• Paid sick leave (12-25 days per year, prorated for part-time positions)
• Paid holidays (13 days per year)
• Paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks)