Overview

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. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Specimen Processing Services Specialist I promotes and maintains effective and professional communication with patients, clients, co-workers and Fred Hutch colleagues. The Tech works efficiently to minimize patient wait times, performs specimen processing of blood specimens/venipuncture phlebotomy. Responsibilities may include transfusion support duties. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job in order to carry out the primary responsibilities. The specialist may be asked to cover alternative shifts or weekends as needed per staffing.

1.0 FTE - 40 hours weekly - Fully Onsite

Responsibilities

Performs specimen processing of blood specimens
Performs venipuncture phlebotomy on patients, donors, research participants and employees where required
Able to learn computer skills in a timely manner
Processes specimens including centrifugation, aliquoting, and dispensing specimens to proper lab processing and sendout sites
Participates in Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance programs and projects
Records variances of standard policies and procedures in Patient Safety Net accurately and where required
Responsible for receiving patients at the Alliance Laboratory for blood draw appointments and scheduling walk-in appointments
May be asked to cover alternative shifts or weekends as needed per staffing
Has the ability to work under pressure and adjust to changing workloads
Ability to problem solve
Meets attendance and punctuality expectations

Qualifications

Required:

High school graduation or the equivalent.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology
Ability to lift 25 lbs.
Proficient in the use of email, and data entry in a Windows-based environment
Must be able to differentiate between colors and pass a standardized color vision screen to perform this role

Preferred:

Completion of phlebotomy training course
Washington state MA/Phlebotomist certification (or sponsored by Fred Hutch if competency assessment and training are completed)
Preferred specimen handling and processing experience including accessioning, centrifuge, aliquoting, sendouts and blood banking
Preferred EPIC/Cadence, answering phones/handling phone inquiries from patients and staff

The hourly pay range for this position is from $24.50 to $34.88 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

1.0 FTE - 40 hours weekly - Fully Onsite Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.