Learning Lab Assistant Jobs in Tacoma, WA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $4,004.00 - $4,866.00 Monthly
Location : Main Campus - 12401 SE 320th Street Auburn, WA
Job Type: Classified Full Time
Job Number: 26c-019
Department: Instruction
Division: Health Science and Education
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Summary
5% King County Premium Pay will be added to final salary
The Nursing Lab Technician helps advance the equity-centered mission of the College and the Nursing and Healthcare Studies Division. In collaboration with the Nursing faculty, the Lab Faculty Coordinators, Nursing Director, and the Associate Dean of Nursing, the Nursing Lab Technician is responsible for coordinating the operation of the nursing laboratories in the Nursing department which currently includes LPT to BSN, Practical Nursing, Nursing Assistant, Emergency Room Technician, Cardiac Monitor/Electrocardiography (EKG) Technician and Phlebotomy.
This position supports laboratory learning experiences and activities. This position has no responsibility for providing direct instruction or care to patients and will report to the Nursing Director.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE:
Green River College's student body is made up of approximately 41% Academic Transfer students, 34% Professional-Technical students, 15% Adult Basic Education student, and 3% Applied Bachelor degrees. Green River College has four campuses, including the main campus in Auburn, Washington, with satellite campuses in Kent, downtown Auburn, and Enumclaw. Green River programs serve high school graduates, Running Start students (dual enrollment in local high schools and the college), those seeking retraining for the workforce, international students, students learning English, and Continuing Education students. Green River's service areas are increasingly ethnically diverse, comprising African Americans, African immigrants, Asian Americans, Asians, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Middle Eastern Americans, among other communities.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION:
We commit to be an anti-racist institution where all students, faculty, and staff receive the access, resources, and services needed to achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Green River College makes social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion our highest priorities.
The Green River College definition of equity encompasses all identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, economic status, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religion/spirituality, immigration status, age, and culture. We understand individual needs vary widely, and the effects of discrimination and historical oppression must be taken into account while aiming for equitable opportunities and outcomes for all.
Position Responsibilities

• In collaboration with faculty, provide classroom, and laboratory support to faculty and students including preparing and maintaining mannequins, skills training models and related lab equipment for all nursing programs.
• Provide technical support to faculty for supplies and equipment during open lab.
• Assist students with lab, and practice sessions by answering routine questions related to learning aids/resources, equipment use (assistants may not do initial teaching, remediation, or evaluation of students).
• Assist faculty in preparing materials for use in classrooms and laboratories, and equipment or demonstration materials for class.
• Laboratory maintenance to include biquarterly inventory and timely procurement of supplies to assure all equipment and supplies are available when needed. Develop and maintain a supply ordering and maintenance schedule. Organize, stock and label lab supplies. Assure that all lab supplies and equipment is in good working order. Conduct quarterly and as needed equipment checks, and schedule repairs as needed. Ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Coordinates with team leaders to schedule the setup and breakdown of on-campus labs and testing sessions.
• Maintain warranties and renewals for all equipment; perform routine equipment repair; schedule biomedical large item equipment repairs as needed.
• Troubleshoot problems which may arise related to lab supplies and function.
• Perform regular cleaning tasks such as laundry, equipment sanitation, dismantling simulated human fluid lines to prevent erosion and bacteria growth.
• Track and use data for future improvements.
• Maintain accurate inventory of supplies to support instruction of the nursing and healthcare studies programs.
• Develop, track and maintain Pyxis and manual medication cart systems: Add users; add patients; add medications to formulary; Assign medications to Pyxis stations and create simulated medications for use in the nursing skills laboratories.
• Stock and manage medication carts including the electronic medical dispensing and recording system.
• In collaboration with faculty, monitor lab usage, evaluate effectiveness of resources and aids provided.
• Process requests for nursing instructional equipment and order materials necessary for the skills laboratory in conjunction with faculty and the Administrators.
• Oversee laboratory maintenance, safety, and handling of hazardous wastes. Maintain the secure storage of stericycle (needles) and when necessary schedule for pick-up and disposal by biomed company.
• Assess laboratory space to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory/accrediting agencies.
• Prepare and tear down of lab/class activities.
• Develop and maintain a system for inventorying and ordering training materials to assure adequate supplies for each skills lab for each program.
• Conduct a weekly supplies check to assure adequate supplies for each lab.
• Develop and maintain an organization system for all supplies in the skills lab.
• Operate equipment (A/V software, cameras, video recorders, manikins, task trainers) and supplies.
• Work with faculty to setup and operate all equipment used in skills lab such as manikins, medication carts, Pyxis, IV pumps, injections, dressing changes and etc.
• Collaborate with work-study students in lab preparation duties.
• Provide instructional support regarding lab supplies safety and functions during laboratory sessions and as needed by program staff, faculty and students.
• Work with faculty to setup and operate all equipment used in skills lab such as manikins, medication carts, Pyxis, IV pumps, injections, dressing changes and etc.
• Collaborate with work-study students in lab preparation duties.
• Provide instructional support regarding lab supplies safety and functions during laboratory sessions and as needed by program, faculty and students.
• Provide support to the Nursing Program Simulation Technician, Simulation Manager, and Simulation Faculty as needed

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• High School graduation or equivalent.
• Six months of demonstrated experience working with and knowledge of safe laboratory or simulation practices - or- equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Intermediate experience with word processing, email and spreadsheet software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AAS degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Nursing or related field.
• Teaching or training experience.
• Experience working in a community college.
• Working knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Familiarity with simulation and/or medical training equipment to configure software and to build and maintain simulation and medical training mannequins.

Supplemental Information
WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a fully on-site position with in-person attendance expected
• Must have the ability to sit for prolonged period of time at a desk/computer workstation
• Frequent repetitive arm, hand, and finger motions
• Frequent use of computer and exposure to terminal screen in performing work assignments
• Work in an office setting with frequent interruptions
• Must be able to maintain "regular and predictable attendance"
• May need to carry, lift or move equipment/supplies up to 50 lbs
• Work schedule: Flexible Hours (40 per week) to accommodate lab scheduling (typically Mon-Fri but may include weekends during some quarters)

At this time, Green River College is not sponsoring for H1-B Visas.
All offers of employment are subject to background checks. (Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.)
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law RCW 28B.112.080.
Green River College is a tobacco free campus. For more information on the tobacco policy, please visit the following link:
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The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Human Resources, 12401 SE 320th Street, Auburn, WA 98092-3622, (253) 288-3320.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Support Services at (253) 833-9111, ext. 2631; TTY (253) 288-3359.
Equal Opportunity Employer and Statement of Non-Discrimination: Green River College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status age, perceived or actual sensory, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal.
Green River College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sex-based harassment, and sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Green River College's Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Reporting: Any employee, student, applicant, or visitor who believes that he, she or they have been the subject of discrimination or harassment should report the incident or incidents to the College's appropriate Title IX Coordinator identified below. If the complaint is against that Coordinator, the complainant should report the matter to the President's office for referral to an alternate designee.
For students/employees/public/visitors/applicants: Korland Simmons, Title IX Coordinator • Equity, Diversity, Inclusion
More than Just a Paycheck!
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement and dental plans through the , and most classified staff members will participate in either WA state's PERS 2 or PERS 3 retirement programs. Other benefits include sick and vacation leave, staff training, paid holidays, and the opportunity to participate in the tuition-waiver program. We also offer an on-campus fitness center.
Health Benefits:
Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under the Public Employees Benefits Board.
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