LABORATORY ASSISTANT - LAB

Aspirus, Inc; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong work-life balance

Full benefits for part-time and full-t

PTO starts day one

Retirement plan with employer match

Wellness programs for you and your fam

Job summary

Aspirus Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, WI is seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist for full-time, 80 hours per pay period with varied shifts and weekend/holiday rotation.

The role involves collecting, labeling, processing, and distributing specimens, data entry, and test cancellations/credits, under general supervision and according to lab policies. A friendly, service-oriented demeanor is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy program or related health care training beneficial.
• Knowledge of lab standards; courses in sciences beneficial.
• EKG interpretation coursework beneficial.
• Phlebotomy or related lab experience beneficial.
• Computer experience beneficial.
• Customer service/telephone communication experience beneficial.
• Current BLS certification may need to be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Collect, label, process, and distribute specimens for lab testing.
• Enter data and manage test cancellations/credits in computer systems.
• Work under supervision following established policies and procedures.
• Support patient age-appropriate testing and safe specimen handling.

Skills

Phlebotomy technique

Patient handling

Computer literacy

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy program or related health care training

Laboratory science coursework or degree

EKG interpretation coursework

Phlebotomy or lab experience

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

LABORATORY ASSISTANT / PHLEBOTOMIST
Aspirus Howard Young Medical Center, Woodruff, WI
Full Time (1.0 FTE, 80 hours every pay period)
Varied shifts, every third weekend, holiday rotation

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

Job Description:

The Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist works under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures to perform the manual and technical tasks involved with the proper collection, labeling, processing, and distribution of biological specimens for laboratory testing from patients of all ages. This person is responsible for utilizing relevant computer programs, performing data entry, and canceling and crediting tests.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Completion of a High School diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful completion of a phlebotomy program or related health care training (MA, CNA, EMT, etc.) is beneficial.
• Knowledge of laboratory standards and practices acquired through completion of a degree or courses in chemical, physical, or biological sciences from an accredited institution beneficial.
• Courses in EKG basic interpretation are beneficial.
• Phlebotomy experience, related health care experience, or other non-healthcare laboratory experiences are beneficial.
• Computer experience is beneficial.
• Customer service/telephone communications experience is beneficial.
• Demonstrates a pleasant, congenial, accommodating, and diplomatic personality with strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
• Current BLS certification may need to be obtained- All clinical personnel in identified job codes are required to maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) training through independent study, manikin and knowledge testing. An acceptable CPR training program is the Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider course from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED. (See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training Policy).

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Strong work-life balance
• Full benefits for part-time and full-time employees
• PTO starts day one
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Wellness programs for you and your family