What You'll Do:

As a Support Staff Technician/Phlebotomist, you will play a crucial role in the healthcare field by facilitating the flow of specimens into the lab for diagnostic testing. Specimen collection techniques include venipuncture, capillary draw, swab collections, urine collections, and providing instruction to patients for self-collections. In this role, you will support core lab functions at our Decorah and other regional clinics while interacting with clinic staff, patients, and patient family members ensuring excellent customer service and patient confidentiality. Your attention to detail, knowledge of laboratory procedures, and ability to provide excellent patient care will contribute to the overall success of our department. This float position will also support and provide float coverage to Prairie du Chien, Waukon, Spring Grove, La Crescent, and Viroqua clinics as needed. Primary responsibilities include:

• 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

Join our passionate team and make a difference in the daily lives of our patients. If you are motivated, skilled, and dedicated to delivering exceptional laboratory services, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to take advantage of this great opportunity to gain lab experience while delivering Love + Medicine!

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.