LABORATORY ASSISTANT II - LABORATORY-HOSPITAL

Job Description: The Lab Assistant II 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. In addition, this person is responsible for performing waived and non‑waived testing and assisting in the laboratory technical departments as needed.

Experience/Qualifications: Knowledge of laboratory standards and practices is normally acquired through completion of a high school diploma or equivalent with successful completion of phlebotomy training course or equivalent experience. Successful completion of a phlebotomy program or related healthcare training (MA, CNA, EMT) is beneficial. Courses in EKG basic interpretation are beneficial. One Year of healthcare experience required in addition to meeting job duties listed. Phlebotomy experience, related health care experience, or other non‑healthcare laboratory experiences are beneficial. Computer experience is beneficial. Customer service/telephone communications experience beneficial Certification as a Phlebotomist by a national accrediting agency, i.e. ASCP, NCA, etc., or certification by a national accrediting agency in a related field whose training includes phlebotomy instruction and satisfies the requirements for certification as a phlebotomist at the national level 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).

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Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others. As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities. Aspirus Health is a non‑profit, community‑directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.