Lab Assistant Float – Clinical Labs

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Lab Assistant – Float and play a crucial role in patient care. In this position, you will perform vital phlebotomy procedures, ensuring accurate specimen collection and processing while interacting with a diverse range of healthcare professionals. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to employee well-being, you will be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to the community. Embrace your potential at a top-ranked hospital and make a difference every day.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Tuition Benefits

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Wellness Options

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of phlebotomy experience required.
• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy procedures and ensure proper specimen handling.
• Interact with patients and clinical staff daily.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen Processing

Patient Interaction

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Accredited Phlebotomy Training

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Job description

Work Schedule:

60% FTE, day shift. Monday through Friday 8:00AM – 1:00PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work at UW Health 20 S Park Street Clinic.

Pay:

• External hires may be eligible for up to a $1,500 sign on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).

Be part of something remarkable

Grow your career at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin.

We are seeking a Lab Assistant – Float to:

• Perform standardized and specialized phlebotomy procedures on patients of all ages and ensure proper patient identification and specimen labeling.
• Complete specimen receiving and processing, load them onto instruments or perform the kit testing, and associated instrument maintenance (temperatures, monitoring reagents) and clerical duties (filing, mailing, faxing).
• Patient check-in and order entry of laboratory tests in the laboratory information system.
• Interact daily with pathologists, physicians, technologists, clinical staff, nursing unit personnel, and patients.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Education:

Minimum – High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred – Completion of accredited Phlebotomy Training program and clinical rotation.

Work Experience:

Minimum – Six Months of Phlebotomy and Specimen Processing Experience. Preferred – One year of experience in phlebotomy and processing.

Certifications:

Minimum – None specified. Preferred – Phlebotomist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent or Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) certification (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.