Laboratory Support Tech/Phlebotomist | Nights

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 17,540 - 20,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) match and annual discretionary contribution

Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick, and personal days

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Gundersen Health System is seeking a dedicated part-time night phlebotomist to join our core laboratory team at the main hospital campus in La Crosse, WI. The role involves specimen collection and processing, contributing to various patient care settings while ensuring quality and safety protocols are followed.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and strong customer service skills. This position offers a competitive hourly rate starting at $17.54, along with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proof of high school diploma or equivalency required at time of hire.
• Customer service experience and compassion for patients are essential.
• Excellent communication skills needed for interaction with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens via venipuncture and swab collections.
• Respond to emergencies within hospital and clinic settings.
• Maintain accurate records of all procedures and ensure confidentiality.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. It’s what we do, and the reason people want to work at Emplify Health by Gundersen.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32. Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our core laboratory team as a part-time night phlebotomist at our main hospital campus in La Crosse, WI. Phlebotomists, C.N.A.s, PCTs, CMAs, and other individuals with an interest in laboratory work are encouraged to apply. Prior lab experience is preferred but not required—on‑the‑job training will be provided.

What You’ll Do

• Collect specimens via venipuncture, capillary draw, swab collections, urine collections, and provide instruction to patients for self‑collections.
• Work with a variety of patient demographics and acuities, including Trauma & Emergency Center admits, ICU, Urgent Care, Pediatrics, PICU, NICU, Orthopedics, Cardiopulmonary, Surgical, Digestive, and more.
• Respond to emergency events within hospital and clinic settings.
• Perform specimen processing: centrifuge, separate blood components, micro set‑up, referral lab, point‑of‑care, media prep, Istat, urine dips, etc.
• 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 specimen and test result integrity.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma or equivalency, with proof at time of hire.
• Strong customer service skills with 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 required; on‑the‑job training provided.
• Competitive hourly rate beginning at $17.54, with additional shift, weekend, and holiday differentials.
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, HSA/FSA).
• Substantial retirement contribution with 401(k) match and annual discretionary base contribution.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) combining vacation, sick, and personal days.
• Professional development opportunities, tuition investment program, and career development center.
• Wellness program with incentives and other benefits including employee assistance, identity theft protection, pet insurance, recognition programs, discount program, etc.

Job Details

• 64 hours biweekly (0.8 FTE).
• Orientation full‑time for 5–6 weeks.
• 8‑hour night shifts (10 p.m.–6:30 a.m.) with every third weekend rotation (Friday & Saturday nights).
• Starting pay of $17.54 per hour, escalating with experience.
• Shift, weekend, and holiday differentials; overtime at 1.5× regular rate after 8 hours in a day and 80 hours in a 14‑day period.

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