Lab Assistant Float – Clinical Labs
About The Position
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. This role also involves completing specimen receiving and processing, loading them onto instruments or performing kit testing, and associated instrument maintenance (temperatures, monitoring reagents) and clerical duties (filing, mailing, faxing). Additionally, the position includes patient check-in and order entry of laboratory tests in the laboratory information system, and daily interaction with pathologists, physicians, technologists, clinical staff, nursing unit personnel, and patients.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent Required
- 6 months of Phlebotomy and Specimen Processing Experience Required
Nice To Haves
- Completion of accredited Phlebotomy Training program and clinical rotation. Preferred
- 1 year of experience in phlebotomy and processing Preferred
- Phlebotomist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent Preferred
- Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) certification (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent Preferred
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- health and dental insurance
- paid time off
- retirement plans
- two-week paid parental leave
- adoption assistance
- Full time benefits for part time work
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
