What are the responsibilities and job description for the LABORATORY ASSISTANT - LAB position at Aspirus Health?
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).
✔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