Float Support Staff Technician/Phlebotomist

Gundersen Health System; Decorah (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

401k retirement match

Job summary

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a skilled Float Support Staff Technician/Phlebotomist to support our Decorah clinic and float to Prairie du Chien, Waukon, Spring Grove, La Crescent, and Viroqua. The role offers on-the-job training, a starting pay of $16.86/hour with up to travel differentials, and biweekly 0.5 FTE scheduling.

You’ll perform venipuncture, waived kit testing, specimen labeling, and coordinate with healthcare teams while maintaining strict patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Strong customer service and compassionate patient care.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and adapt in a fast-paced setting.
• Phlebotomy/medical experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture to collect blood samples.
• Receive and perform waived kit testing and processing.
• Verify patient information and ensure accurate labeling of specimens.
• Prepare specimens for laboratory testing and ensure proper storage and transportation.
• Follow safety guidelines to maintain a sterile environment.
• Monitor patient condition before, during, and after blood collection.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate specimen collection and processing.
• Maintain records and confidentiality of patient information.
• Adhere to quality control procedures to ensure test integrity.
• Travel to regional clinics to provide laboratory support.

Skills

Strong customer service

Effective communication

Prioritize tasks

Phlebotomy/medical experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our laboratory team as a part-time Float Support Staff Technician/Phlebotomist. This float position will primarily support our Decorah clinic and will float to other regional clinics including Prairie du Chien, Waukon, Spring Grove, La Crescent, and/or Viroqua as needed. Phlebotomists, C.N.A.s, PCTs, CMAs, or other individuals that have an interest in working in a laboratory setting are encouraged to apply. Prior lab experience is preferred but not required as we will provide on-the-job training!

What You’ll Do:

• Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture to collect blood samples from patients

• Receive and perform waived kit testing and processing

• Verify patient information and ensure accurate labeling of specimens

• Prepare specimens for laboratory testing and ensure proper storage and transportation

• Follow established protocols and safety guidelines to maintain a sterile and safe environment

• Monitor vital signs and assess patient condition before, during, and after blood collection

• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate specimen collection and processing

• Maintain accurate records of all procedures performed and ensure confidentiality of patient information

• Adhere to quality control procedures to maintain the integrity of specimens and test results

• Travel as needed to regional clinics to provide laboratory support

What’s Available:

• Part time, 40 hours biweekly (0.5 FTE)

• Primarily 8hr day shifts between the hours of 7a-5:30p. Generally pre-scheduled shifts with potential to be called to cover absences as needed

• Will train/orientate fulltime for 4-6 weeks, depending on prior experience. Must be available 8a-4:30p to train first week in La Crosse, WI for phlebotomy.

• Starting pay of $16.86 per hour and up, based on your experience, as well as applicable shift differentials

• Additional float differential of $1.25 per hour and applicable mileage and travel time beyond normal commute to Decorah clinic

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalency

• A copy of the applicant’s/employee’s diploma and/or transcript as confirmation of the education requirement must be provided at time of hire

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to provide compassionate care to patients

• Effective communication skills to interact with patients, healthcare professionals, and laboratory staff

• Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

• Previous phlebotomy/medical experience preferred but not required

What You’ll Get:

• No prior experience is needed, will provide on-the-job training

• A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive hourly rate, based on your years of experience, as well as generous shift differentials, ensuring your skills and dedication are valued and rewarded

• Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center

• A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member

• Substantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution

• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need

• Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!

• Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States

About Us:

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [e-mail] or call 608-775-0267.

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer