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Specimen Control and Receiving Tech – Clinical Labs

UW Health·Madison, Wisconsin

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago
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Specimen Control and Receiving Tech – Clinical Labs

About the role

The role involves receiving and processing clinical specimens and research kits, ensuring correct labeling and entry into the Laboratory Information System. Additionally, the technician performs basic instrument maintenance and interacts with medical staff and patients.

Work Schedule

  • 100% FTE, day shift. Scheduled hours are
  • Monday through
  • Friday with start times ranging from 7:00 AM – 9:00
  • AM and end times ranging from 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay

This position may be eligible for a $2,500 sign-on bonus. Be part of something remarkable Bring your laboratory experience to UW Health. We are seeking a Specimen Control and Receiving Tech –

Clinical

Labs to: Receive specimens and research kits into the laboratory, check for correct labeling, enter tests into Laboratory Information System, process specimens, and load them onto instruments or direct to appropriate work station, technologist, or storage area. Basic instrument maintenance (temperatures, monitoring reagents) and clerical duties (filing, mailing, faxing). 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) Some post-secondary education in a healthcare or a related science field that may include course work in Medical Laboratory Technician, Cytotechnologist, Histotechnician or Medical Laboratory Scientist degree/certification (Preferred) Work Experience Six months experience in lab, healthcare, customer service or data entry role (Required) One year healthcare or lab related work experience (Preferred) Completion of accredited phlebotomy training program and clinical rotation (Preferred) Licenses & Certifications 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. Eastpark Medical Center - UW Health’s state-of-the-art ambulatory facility located across from East Madison Hospital on Eastpark Blvd. transforms the patient experience. It is home to many specialties, including women’s complex care, adult cancer care, advanced imaging and laboratory services and innovative clinical trials.

Job Description: UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

Requirements

A high school diploma and at least 6 months of experience in a lab, healthcare, or data entry role are required. Post-secondary education in a science field and MLA certification are preferred.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • professional certificate
  • Customer Service
  • Phlebotomy
  • Data Entry
  • Specimen Processing
  • Laboratory Information System
  • Instrument Maintenance
  • Specimen Receiving
  • Clinical Lab Operations

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Sign-on Bonus
  • Referral Bonus
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Employee Wellbeing Resources

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Madison, Wisconsin
Posted
Jul 9, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

UW Health

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Steady lab support demand in Wisconsin

Specimen control and receiving tech roles in Wisconsin are often tied to steady demand in clinical laboratories, where accurate intake and tracking keep testing workflows moving. These jobs can be competitive because employers value careful handling, data accuracy, and familiarity with lab or healthcare settings; a high school diploma plus at least 6 months of relevant experience is required, while science coursework and MLA certification can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and if you apply, emphasize any experience with specimen handling, data entry, or lab systems.

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