Lab Assistant – Clinical Labs

Work Schedule : This is a part-time, 70% FTE position. Scheduled hours are Monday 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Wednesday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, and Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Pay : This position may be eligible for a $1,750 sign-on bonus Be part of something remarkable UW Health laboratories play an essential role in the quality and safety of patient care, performing a wide range of procedures that assist our providers with the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients and their health needs. We are seeking a Lab Assistant – Clinical Labs 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 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. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent (Required) Completion of accredited Phlebotomy Training program and clinical rotation Work Experience Six months of Phlebotomy and Specimen Processing Experience (Required) One year of experience in phlebotomy and processing (Preferred) Licenses & Certifications Phlebotomist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent (Preferred) Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) certification (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent (Preferred) Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 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 90 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. Job Description UW Medical Foundation Benefits