Laboratory Assistant

Westfields Hospital & Clinic; New Richmond (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

403b retirement program

Paid time off

Disability insurance (short/long term)

FSAs

Education reimbursements

Employee assistance program

Free parking

Rewards program

Job summary

Westfields Hospital & Clinic in New Richmond, Wisconsin is seeking a Laboratory Assistant responsible for phlebotomy and specimen collection, with duties including processing orders and ensuring timely lab results. You will work with hospital lab staff and clinics to support patient care.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 2–3 years phlebotomy experience, familiarity with pediatric and oncology patients, and experience with Laboratory Information Systems.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent experience.
• 2–3 years of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Experience with pediatric and oncology patients preferred.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
• Communicates effectively with all patient populations.
• Follows facility requirements for patient identification in all situations.
• Works closely with hospital lab staff and clinics to ensure timely processing and resulting of samples.
• Processes incoming orders for lab testing.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

LIS experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Job Description

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for collection of various sample types. Performing phlebotomy is primary mode of collection. Staff also provide collection instructions to patients for urinalysis, stool, and other sample types. Staff also assist with cardiac procedures including but not limited to EKGs, Holter, and Event Monitor placement. At the core of what they do, laboratory assistants must exhibit a high level of trust in their abilities to put the patient at ease and provide a safe, warm, and pleasant experience for our patients.

• Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
• Communicates effectively will all patient populations.
• Follows facility requirements for patient identification in all situations.
• Works closely with hospital lab staff and the clinic, oncology, specialty clinics to ensure timely processing and resulting of samples.
• Processes incoming orders for lab testing.

Essential Duties

• Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
• Communicates effectively will all patient populations.
• Follows facility requirements for patient identification in all situations.
• Works closely with hospital lab staff and the clinic, oncology, specialty clinics to ensure timely processing and resulting of samples.
• Processes incoming orders for lab testing.

Work Schedule

.8 FTE - Days

Required Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience performing phlebotomy
• Experience with pediatric and oncology patients.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems.
• Excellent customer service skills required.

Benefits

• At Westfields Hospital & Clinic, we believe in providing our employees with exceptional benefits to help you thrive in your work. In addition to competitive wages, we offer a benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance; 403b retirement program; competitive paid time off (PTO); short-term disability pay, long-term disability and life insurance options; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); education reimbursements; employee assistance programs (EAP), employee well-being program; free parking; employee recognition and rewards; social club discounts to area attractions and events; community volunteer pay.

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work. We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world. At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.