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Phlebotomist

Kaiser Permanente
  • Vancouver, WA
  • $27.12–$32.57 Per Hour
5 days ago

Job Description

Primary Location Vancouver, Washington Facility Name Cascade Park Medical Offices Employee Status: Regular Worker Location: Onsite Schedule Part-time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Shift Variable Salary $27.12 - $32.57 / hour

Job Number 1451678 Date Posted 10/14/2026

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Job Summary:

Support the laboratory function of providing diagnostic information for use in patient care by ensuring proper collection and processing of laboratory specimens. Perform or assist with special procedures; mentor/orient students and new employees; ensure workflow meets service delivery needs. Respond effectively to member, clinicians, nursing staff and other department needs.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Perform order entry, specimen collection and processing according to Work Instructions (WI), clarify clinician orders; obtain pertinent patient information; accurately identify patients; determine specimen requirements and collect patient sample using appropriate process of venipuncture or capillary collection based on patient age and/or condition. Assure completeness and accuracy of specimen labeling. Obtain and enter appropriate patient or specimen information into laboratory computer system. Provide good customer service to all members.
  • Prioritize workload according to urgency of request; coordinate activities of the Phlebotomy and Laboratory Service/Technical Assistant workgroups to meet operational service needs. Act as resource for medical or laboratory staff. Provide information and facilitate specimen or order problem investigation and resolution. Using appropriate resources, make decisions as required for sample collection and patient processing. Facilitate communication between Phlebotomists and Laboratory Service/Technical Assistants in problem solving and member assistance, triaging to supervisor as needed.
  • Provide instructions to physicians, nursing staff and patients in proper specimen collection, answering related questions accurately. Evaluate, process and coordinate specimens for testing and/or shipping by following applicable WI. Centrifuge, aliquot, separate, refrigerate, freeze or handle specimens as required to maintain specimen integrity. Consult computer information for special handling instructions, referring questions to Client Services or technical specialist(s) for additional handling or shipping instructions when indicated. Complete appropriate forms as applicable.
  • Use laboratory computer system to obtain patient demographics, perform order entry, enter pertinent clinical information, generate barcode labels and ensure tracking of each test ordered and each specimen collected and/or received. Print reports. Use laboratory information computer system to track specimens. Perform all duties required of Laboratory Service/Technical Assistant.
  • Assist clinician or Pathologists with bone marrow collection and processing. Perform isolation procedures, bacterial, acid-fast and fungal blood cultures, blood smear preparation, microbiology set-up and Code 99 (Code Blue) response as required and ordered by clinician.
  • Remain current in new and revised work instructions and lab and organizational policies. Periodically review procedure manuals, Quality System documents and organizational policies. Assist supervisor, coordinator or specialist in identifying and reporting any procedural discrepancies. Complete annual requirements (PPD, safety etc.). Provide input into development or revision of procedures to meet operational needs. Attend and participate in staff meetings. Support department workflow and records maintenance through accurate workload recording, quality assurance monitors, supply inventory, quality control checks and records.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

  • Completion of the experience practicum in an Accredited Phlebotomy program OR
  • Three (3) years of recent phlebotomy experience in a multi-patient laboratory setting.

Education

  • High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

  • Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certificate (Washington) within 3 months of hire

Additional Requirements:

  • Demonstrated customer-focused service skills.
  • Demonstrated understanding of basic phlebotomy principles and techniques.
  • Detail oriented, able to handle multiple tasks in a limited time frame.
  • Able to produce high quantity/quality of work, problem solve, exercise good judgment.
  • Adaptable.
  • Able to bend, stoop, reach and lift minimum of 10 pounds.
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with command of the English language.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills, teamwork.
  • Working knowledge of keyboard/data entry.
  • Attestation to completion of seven hours of AIDS education and training.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Four (4) or more of years phlebotomy experience in a multi-patient laboratory setting including geriatric, pediatrics, inpatient and/or difficult phlebotomy draws.
  • National Phlebotomy certification.
  • Thorough understanding of phlebotomy principles and techniques and phlebotomy equipment.
  • Thorough understanding of sample collection requirements.
  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
  • Written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills, teamwork, independent worker.
  • Leadership skills.

Notes:

  • Replacement Pool
  • Phlebotomist that will cover Cascade Park, Salmon Creek, Orchards and Battle Ground Medical Offices
  • Weekend and Holidays coverage required as needed for replacements/vacancies.

Primary Location: Washington,Vancouver,Cascade Park Medical Offices Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Shift: Variable Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start: 06:45 AM Working Hours End: 09:00 PM Job Schedule: Part-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Regular Worker Location: Onsite Employee Group/Union Affiliation: W06|SEIU|Local 49 Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Cascade Park - Pathology/Lab-LAB #1 - 1008 Pay Range: $27.12 - $32.57 / hour Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate''s years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location. Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

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Numbers & Facts

LocationVancouver, WA
IndustryHealthcare Services
Salary$27.12–$32.57 Per Hour
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1945
Websitehttp://www.kp.org/careers

About Company

At Kaiser Permanente, we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence. Driven by our mission to provide the highest quality preventive medicine, we are committed to eliminating health care disparities, and to making lives better through innovation, technology, and research. Our desire to deliver the best possible care inspires us to promote wellness among our members, communities, and each other. It also fuels our belief that everyone — regardless of circumstance — deserves access to affordable care, which further drives our motivation to expand our reach. Founded nearly 80 years ago, our unique business model sets us apart — positioning us to drive improvements across the industry and around the world.

Skills

  • Bar Code Labels and Equipmentunmatched
  • Centrifugeunmatched
  • Certified Medical Assistantunmatched
  • Clinical Informationunmatched
  • Clinical Laboratoryunmatched
  • Code Blueunmatched
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  • Specimens/Samplesunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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