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UW Health·Madison, Wisconsin
Lab Assistant Float – Clinical Labs
Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients of all ages and ensure accurate specimen labeling and identification. Handle specimen receiving, processing, instrument maintenance, and clerical duties within the laboratory information system.
This position may be eligible for a $2,500 sign-on bonus. Be part of something remarkable Grow your career at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin. 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. 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.
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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. 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.
High School Diploma or equivalent (Required) Completion of accredited Phlebotomy Training program and clinical rotation (Preferred) 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 80 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 Hospital and Clinics benefits
Requires a high school diploma and completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program. Prefers candidates with at least one year of experience and ASCP certification as a Phlebotomist or Medical Laboratory Assistant.
Market context
In Wisconsin, Clinical Lab Float roles are typically in steady demand because labs need flexible support across multiple sites and shifts. These positions are competitive when candidates bring phlebotomy training, prior lab or patient-facing experience, and credentials such as ASCP certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your training, certification status, and availability for float coverage before applying.