Specimen Processor I — 3rd Shift (Part-Time)

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Career Pathways & Career Tuition

CEU opportunities

Academic Partnership with the Medical 

Referral bonuses

401K Retirement plan

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, &

Free Workplace Clinics

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is seeking a Part Time Specimen Processor I for the 3rd shift in Milwaukee, WI. The role includes pre-analytical log‑in, specimen processing, labeling, and hand‑offs to LIS and testing areas, with weekend/holiday rotations and on‑call duties as needed.

The position emphasizes accuracy, patient sample integrity, and coordination with hospital and ambulatory sites. Prior phlebotomy training and basic computer skills are preferred in a fast‑paced lab setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some clinical healthcare experience or related education preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Basic Windows-based computer knowledge, including keyboarding, data entry and email. Epic experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy training/diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen interface log in for inpatient units and clinics (Hospital) or for outreach clinics (Ambulatory).
• Identifies samples with incomplete, inaccurate or ambiguous information and follows up with client services or by creating a clear and concise CSHOLD.
• Uses resources available to define test mnemonics, sample stability and processing requirements.
• Interprets the Client Database, understanding when to use and where to find pertinent information.
• Performs specimen processing according to policy and procedure. Verifies identity of mother tube and aliquot tube before performing manual aliquoting of patient samples.
• Follows policy and procedure for cart runner, specimen delivery and/or transporter assignments.
• Triages and adheres to special handling and time sensitive specimens.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training/diploma

Tools

Epic

Windows OS

Job description

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is seeking a Part Time Specimen Processor I for the 3rd shift in Milwaukee, WI. The role includes pre-analytical log‑in, specimen processing, labeling, and hand‑offs to LIS and testing areas, with weekend/holiday rotations and on‑call duties as needed.

The position emphasizes accuracy, patient sample integrity, and coordination with hospital and ambulatory sites. Prior phlebotomy training and basic computer skills are preferred in a fast‑paced lab setting.