Assistant, Health Learning Resource Lab

Northcentral Technical College • Wausau, WI

2d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Health Learning Resource Lab (HLRL) Assistant supports the day-to-day operations by helping maintain organized, clean, and functional lab spaces. This role assists with preparing materials and equipment, managing supplies, and ensuring resources are available for scheduled activities. The assistant also provides general support to staff and helps with basic operational tasks to keep workflows running smoothly.

Requirements

• High School Education / GED
• One year of experience in a health-related occupation
• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, emails and memos; discuss information one-on-one and in small groups.
• Ability to add and subtract numbers using basic units of measurement.
• Ability to critically think and solve problems involving a variety of concrete variables with limited standardization; interpret written, oral and diagrammed instructions.
• Ability to navigate to and between computer applications; read/reply to emails, open/save/close files and applications; find, format and print documents; operate common office equipment.
• Ability to actively listen, discern key information, and respond professionally; ask follow up or clarifying questions to diffuse escalated situations and offer appropriate problem resolution when necessary.
• Able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment with ability to multi-task.
• Able to work independently and be self-motivated
• Able to organize, schedule, and prioritize work based on scheduled activities
• Hold a valid Wisconsin driver’s license upon employment with the ability to meet NTC’s insurance carrier’s criteria

Responsibilities

• Collect, sort, wash, dry, fold, and distribute laundry to ensure items are available for scheduled courses and activities.
• Maintain clean and organized storage areas, prep spaces, and labs in the Center for Simulation and Innovation.
• Set up and take down equipment and supplies for classes, simulation activities, and scheduled events.
• Perform basic equipment checks (e.g., visual inspection, ensuring items are functional) and report issues that cannot be resolved to direct supervisor.
• Follow established procedures, safety guidelines, and infection control practices at all times.
• Monitor inventory levels of lab and simulation supplies; restock rooms, HLRL, Central Supply, and storage areas as needed.
• Refill consumable supplies (e.g., gloves, syringes, IV bags) and clean reusable items.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, labeling, and organizing incoming supplies and equipment.
• Support basic inventory tracking by counting supplies and reporting low stock or discrepancies to direct supervisor.
• Assist faculty and staff in locating items needed for lab and simulation activities.
• Submit maintenance and service requests when needed and follow up on status as assigned.
• Participate in required training and stay informed on standard operating procedures and updates related to lab and simulation support.

Benefits

• Employees are offered an amazing Total Rewards package with competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and generous paid time off – including two paid closures for the winter holiday (Christmas – New Year) and summer (week of July 4th), for most full-time positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees