Medical Lab Assistant

Group Health Cooperative of South Central WI; Fitchburg (WI, MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Medical Lab Assistant to perform phlebotomy and laboratory tasks. This role offers a stable schedule, community-focused work environment, and the opportunity to contribute to patient care. Join a dedicated team committed to quality healthcare and patient satisfaction.

Benefits

Hiring Bonus of $1,500

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Certified or eligible for certification as a medical assistant or phlebotomist preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience with phlebotomy procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performance of phlebotomy and laboratory clerical work.
• Process specimens and perform basic waived lab testing.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Electronic Medical Record Systems

EPIC

Job description

1.0 FTE / 40 Hours per Week.

Hatchery Hill Clinic Laboratory

Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM. Occasional weekends.

This position is eligible for a $1,500 HIRING BONUS for joining GHC! The Benefits of Working at GHC-SCW.

Why join our comprehensive laboratory department?

• Stable work Monday through Friday.


• GHC-SCW's smaller laboratory team provides a strong sense of community within the department and increased access and closer relationships to the department leadership team.


• Work only 1 holiday per year!


• No third shift rotations!


• Free parking at all GHC clinic locations!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Medical Lab Assistant is responsible for performance of phlebotomy, laboratory clerical work, and selected laboratory procedures. Responsibilities include order entry, patient preparation, specimen collection, and blood drawing using standardized phlebotomy procedures. Additionally, the incumbent processes specimens and performs basic waived lab testing. The Medical Lab Assistant works under the general guidance, direction, and supervision of the Medical Laboratory Services Manager and/or the Chief Medical Technologist. Daily operational guidance and direction may be received from the Lead Medical Technologist.

JOB SPECIFIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School diploma or equivalent is required.


2. Certified or eligible for certification as a medical assistant or phlebotomist is preferred.


3. Minimum of one (1) year experience with phlebotomy procedures is preferred.


4. Possession of or eligibility for a valid Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certificate is required. Employee must obtain certification within four (4) months of employment.


5. Knowledge of current laboratory safety and hygiene protocols is required.


6. Knowledge and ability to accurately perform laboratory tests is required.


7. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and assume responsibility for job tasks is required.


8. Ability to work effectively with the public and GHC-SCW staff is required.


9. Excellent customer service skills and strong interpersonal skills are required. Ability to be culturally sensitive and work with a diverse patient population.


10. Knowledge of and/or ability to learn and use computer-based applications such as MS Office, electronic medical record systems and laboratory related applications. Experience with EPIC is desirable.


11. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality. Knowledge of or ability to learn HIPAA requirements.


12. Knowledge of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) of 1988 and requirements to keep GHC-SCW laboratories in compliance is required.


13. Ability to be on-call every other week to provide support to laboratory operations is required. Ability to provide own transportation to various work locations is required.

The incumbent knows and abides by all Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) organizational and departmental policies, sets personal standards and strives for high quality work in completing assignments, performs job duties in a timely manner, and represents the organization in a positive manner.The incumbent understands our Mission, Vision, and Common Values (stated below) and is committed to promote these values in behavior and attitude.

Our Mission Statement: We partner with members and the communities we serve to maximize health and well-being.

Our Vision: As a local, not-for-profit, member-owned Cooperative, we are the most trusted resource for lifelong health and well-being in the communities we serve.

Our Values:

• We are a not-for-profit Cooperative


• We are member-centered


• We are equitable and inclusive


• We are quality-driven


• We are innovative


• We are community involved

We believe:

Healthcare is a human right.

In treating all people with dignity and respect.

There is strength in diversity.

Equity celebrates our humanity.

We are better together.