Intermediate Lab Technician I

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.

• Promotes and maintains effective and professional communication with patients, clients, co-workers, and Fred Hutch colleagues.
• Works efficiently to minimize patient wait times.
• Performs specimen processing and moderate complexity laboratory testing following prescribed training and SOPs complying with the laboratory QA/QC program.
• Is prompt for work and seeks support and guidance if needed regarding absenteeism.

This position is located at the Fred Hutch South Lake Union campus at 825 Eastlake Ave E., Seattle WA 98109.

1.0 FTE- Full time - Variable 8 hour shift dependent on lab needs, M-F 0530 to 2230 and Sat-Sun/Holidays 0600-1830

Responsibilities

• Handle biological specimens performing processing and clinical assays following the SOP.
• Operates analytical instruments. Performs maintenance, calibrations, and QC consulting a CLT/CT as needed.
• Under the supervision of a CLT/CT, releases results following the SOP.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Proficiency with email, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone, and in writing in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a high pressure, time-sensitive, and complex healthcare environment.
• Ability to identify and triage issues appropriately.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Must be able to differentiate between colors and pass a standardized color vision screen to perform this role

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in chemical, biological, or physical science
• Clinical or research lab experience preferred, experience in a healthcare setting preferred

The hourly pay range for this position is from $28.36 to $40.37 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

1.0 FTE- Full time - Variable 8 hour shift dependent on lab needs, M-F 0530 to 2230 and Sat-Sun/Holidays 0600-1830

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).