Medical Assistant / Phlebotomist

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage and retirement plans

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee assistance program

Parental leave and family benefits

Legal and pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Laboratory Specialist at Prospect Medical Commons in Milwaukee to collect and process blood specimens, set up instruments, and maintain a safe, sterile work area. The role includes clerical duties and specimen handling to support diagnostic testing.

Minimum qualifications include licensure/certification in phlebotomy with BLS, and education options allow substitution with professional credentials. This is a full-time day shift role with comprehensive healthcare benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensure/Certification/Registration required or preferred: BLS Provider (American Heart Association/Red Cross), ASCP-BOC Phlebotomy credential, ASCP-BOC Medical Laboratory Assistant, AMT Medical Laboratory Assistant, ASCP Phlebotomy Technician credential.
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of job-specific experience required; licensure/certification can substitute for education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process blood specimens for testing and perform clerical/processing tasks.
• Set up instruments; maintain, clean, and sterilize equipment and workspace per safety and infection-control procedures.
• Receive, centrifuge, accession, process, and transport specimens; verify related records; may draw blood per policy.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable job experience

Professional licensure/certification acceptable in lieu of education/experience

Job description

Benefits Statement

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Job Description

Facility: Prospect Medical Commons

Specialty: Laboratory

Schedule: Full-time / Days

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Collect and process blood specimens for testing and performs multiple clerical and processing functions.
• Set up instruments. Maintain, clean, and sterilize equipment and work area following safety,
  cleanliness, and infection control procedures.
• Receive, centrifuge, accession, process, and transport specimens. Verify all related records. May draw and collect blood samples according to policy.

What minimum qualifications you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Preferred Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certification specializing in Phlebotomy credentialed from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).
  • Phlebotomy Tech.
  • Medical Laboratory Assistant credentialed from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).
  • Medical Laboratory Assistant credentialed from the American Medical Technologists (AMT).
  • Tech credentialed from the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians. All issuing authorities accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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