Specimen Processing Services Specialist II

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 II – Clinical Immunogenetics Laboratory performs laboratory procedures and related tasks such as preparing specimens, performing calculations and routine tests, maintaining specimen inventory and databases, mixing chemicals, and operating and performing maintenance on laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

- Process/prepare biological specimens such as peripheral blood, bone marrow, buccal/saliva or other tissue samples for clinical testing and/or research.

- Freeze, store and ship specimens as required.

- Inventory processed specimens into the lab information management system, inventory databases or paper records as appropriate.

- Aliquot reagents, prepare solutions, stock supplies, and remove biohazard waste from lab areas.

- Monitor and maintain equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, centrifuges and water baths.

- Set up and calibrate laboratory instruments; prepare calibration reagents, record and tabulate instrument data, and keep records.

- Performs additional lab maintenance duties.May assist with laboratory projects.

- May participate in training and mentoring of new employees

- Meets attendance and punctuality expecatations

- As assigned, performs other duties/ tasks delegated by lead, supervisor, manager, or director.

Qualifications

Required:

- High School Diploma or equivalent

- WA State MA/Phlebotomist certification for Phlebotomist role.

WA State Surgical Tech registration required if assisting with bone marrow collection

- Competency as Tech I or minimum of one year work experience in a laboratory environment. Experience with use of Electronic Medical Records system

- Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone, and in writing in a clear, concise and professional manner

- Ability to organize and manage time and tasks independently

- Proficient in the use of email, and data entry in a Windows-based environment

- Demonstrates initiative as evidenced by advancing technical skills, sharing knowledge with others and taking on more responsibility.

- Knowledge of basic medical terminology

- Ability to lift 25 lbs

- Must be able to differentiate between colors and pass a standardized color vision screen to perform this role

Preferred:

- Some College course work emphasizing laboratory science.

- Completion of phlebotomy training course

The hourly pay range for this position is from $26.36 to $37.54 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. 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
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