Lab Manager Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

Pay Range: $24.17 to $35.53 USD

Would you like to have a career that makes a daily difference in people's lives? Do you want to be part of a caring, respectful, diverse community? If you answered yes to these questions, keep reading!

HealthPoint is a community-based, community-supported and community-governed network of non-profit health centers dedicated to providing expert, high-quality care to all who need it, regardless of circumstances. Founded in 1971, we believe that the quality of your health care should not depend on how much money you make, what language you speak or what your health is, because everyone deserves great care.

Position Summary:

Responsible for all clinic laboratory functions, including phlebotomy, processing and sending lab specimens, record keeping, quality controls, performance of in-house lab tests and oversight of all lab safety regulations.

Compensation is dependent on skills and experience.

Your contribution to the team includes:

• Perform venous blood draws and in-house lab tests according to established protocols.
• Coordinate the processing of specimens to be sent to LabCorp including the review of the invoice.
• Responsible for regular quality control checks of lab procedures on a daily basis.
• Daily sign off in Cleaning and Maintenance log.
• Responsible for monthly reporting and reconciliation of all lab paperwork.
• Responsible for running site specific "Pending Labs Report #306 as well as responsibility with reporting, tracking and resolution of outstanding lab orders.
• Daily vaccine duties including recording of refrigerator and freezer vaccine thermometer temperatures and downloading and posting of vaccine thermometer data.
• Stock and clean lab, patient bathroom and lab equipment.
• Responsible for ordering lab supplies and regular checking of any expired lab supplies.
• Manage in a timely manner inbox tasks, in house labs, LabCorp labs and lab letters.
• Manage Medical Assistant Visits in a timely manner throughout the day.
• Share updated lab policies and procedures, new equipment, training materials, protocols, and safety devices with appropriate staff.
• Maintain proficiency through educational training and lab proficiency testing.
• Oversee timely completion of required proficiency testing required of all Medical Assistants.
• Oversee staff adherence to safety regulations and guidelines governed by regulatory agencies.
• Ensure quality of lab performance, assist and mentor other Medical Assistants needing training or direction regarding lab procedures.
• Provide back up to perform Spirometry, EKG, and assist with patient flow as needed.
• Responsible for STD case reporting to Public Health.
• Maintains good attendance, is punctual and works full scheduled shift as a condition of employment.
• Demonstrates respectful, professional and appropriate behavior that supports a team-oriented work environment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, core values and goals of HealthPoint and its healthcare delivery including the ability to integrate values of integrity, wisdom, creativity, cooperation, responsibility and respect into appropriate programs and services.
• Other duties as directed by the Medical Assistant Supervisor or Site Manager.

Must have's you'll need to be successful:

• Certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program. Six (6) months Medical Assistant experience in an ambulatory medical care setting and/or lab. Six (6) months experience in an ambulatory medical care setting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and other complex documents. Ability to write routine correspondence such as letters and memos. Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to internal and/or external clients.
• Work situations require consideration and interpretation of circumstances or information to choose the most effective response. Solutions may be technical yet relatively straightforward and well-defined once problems are understood.
• Demonstrated operating knowledge of computers. Intermediate level ability with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and electronic health records experience required.
• Must possess an active Washington State Medical Assistant Certification or Interim Certification or complete MA Registered application at time of hire and successfully complete Interim MA Certification application process within 60 days of date of hire. Maintain current certification/licensure as a Medical Assistant in the state of Washington.

Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 is required, prior to start. HealthPoint does not accept the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine as proof of vaccination. If you have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, we ask that you provide documentation demonstrating proof of an alternate COVID vaccine or vaccine series. All new employees are also required to show proof of immunizations and/or immunity to MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Varicella, annual Influenza and TB QuantiFERON Gold Titer. Additionally, if you work in a HealthPoint clinic, Tdap (within last 10 years) is required. Hepatitis B is required for clinical employees with potential exposure to blood/blood products. All immunizations are a condition of employment. Upon hire, employees must provide proof of their immunizations and/or immune titer results prior to starting or no later than their fifth (5) business day of employment.

Where to gather your records:

• If you are providing immunizations from an electronic health record, please ensure that you obtain a copy of your full records rather than a screenshot. Each page of your records should include your first and last name, date of birth, and the name of the health system from which the records are pulled.
• If records do not show any data, please seek guidance from your provider for further assistance.
• If you are unable to provide proof as noted above, you can choose to have a lab titer drawn to check immunity or to be re-vaccinated. If you receive vaccination(s) or lab titers, you may obtain them through HealthPoint at no cost to you. This is a great opportunity to get your immunization record up to date at no additional expense.

HealthPoint is committed to offering all employees a competitive compensation package, including benefits and several other perks.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees and their families/dependents
• HSA, FSA plans
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• PTO Plan for full-time benefited employees. During 0 -.99 years of service, PTO accrual is 5.23 hours per pay period.
• Extended Illness Time Away of 40 hours
• 8 holidays and 3 floating holidays
• Compassion Time Away up to 40 hours
• Opportunity Time Off (extended time off for staff to invest in themselves) up to 8 weeks
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Voluntary plans at a discount, such as life insurance, critical illness and accident insurance, identity theft insurance, and pet insurance.
• Development and Growth Opportunities

To learn more about HealthPoint, go to www.healthpointchc.org ! #practiceyourpassion

It is the policy of HealthPoint to afford equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, because of sensory, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or any other factor protected by local, state or federal law, and to prohibit harassment or retaliation based on any of these factors.

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