Job Information
University of Washington CLINICAL LABORATORY COORDINATOR in Seattle, Washington
Req #: 245647
Department: LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY
Appointing Department Web Address: https://dlmp.uw.edu/
Posting Date: 05/07/2025
Closing Info: Closes On 05/14/2025
Salary: $3,861.00 - $5,521.00 per month
Limited Recruitment: Open to Department employees only
Shift: First Shift
Notes: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. ( https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20220908_a11y.pdf)
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Coordinator .
WORK SCHEDULE
40 hours per week (Full-Time)
Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm WHAT WE OFFER
Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, and retirement plan options.
Lots of free fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Under general supervision, the Clinical Laboratory Coordinator performs critical tasks related to the Materials/Slide Room area of Pathology. Routine tasks include storing and archiving pathology materials; filling requests for materials internally and from external providers and facilities; and communicating about material retention, storage, and release protocols with department members and other departments/facilities. REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduation.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain and secure Pathology slides and tissue blocks. Scan, sort, and file materials.
Use spreadsheet, word processing, and database software to develop and maintain records. Deliver materials to residents, faculty, and other areas of the department. Prepare Pathology material for transport.
Process, track, and return all consult materials to originating institutions. Archive Pathology materials according to retention policies and retrieve/return archived materials as necessary. Process requests for additional materials from other institutions at the request of Pathology faculty and trainees. Creating invoices for send out material/FedEx.
Triage the Materials Room telephone.
Respond to requests for information regarding Pathology materials, reports, and Materials Room operations.
Notify supervisor of challenges and help supervisor with investigation and resolution.
Help supervisor develop documentation and process improvements for areas of responsibility.
Archive surgical slides and block for pervious and current year. ABOUT US A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally. To learn more about our team, please click HERE (https://dlmp.uw.edu/about/about-us)UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.