Job Description

Fort HealthCare is a patient-centered hospital and healthcare system serving individuals, businesses and families in Jefferson, Dane, and Walworth Counties and we are seeking a Medical Lab Assistant to join our Integrated Family Care Clinic team.

Shift:
Full time
Day shift

Fort HealthCare is proud to be named a 16-time award winner of the Top Workplace award for Southeastern Wisconsin, a 6-time award winner of the USA Top Workplaces award, and a 2-time winner of their Top Workplaces Culture Excellence award for Purpose & Values.

Our Mission Statement is our daily guide to provide the best health care possible. We promote it widely for all we serve to read, understand and to help our public hold us accountable for the promises we make.

Our Mission Statement - Improve the Health and Well-being of Our Community

Our Vision Statement provides each of us at Fort HealthCare with a goal. It is our motivation to improve constantly upon the level of care we provide, and the quality of services delivered.

Our Vision - Be the Healthiest Community in Wisconsin.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, education, and resources you need to perform your job and ample opportunities for professional growth.

The Medical Laboratory Assistant - Clinic collects blood specimens from patients and performs other lab duties under the direction of the physician or mid-level provider.

Responsibilities of these positions include:

• Collects specimens from patients of all ages using various collection devices. Performs venipuncture.
• Monitors orders and collection lists assuring timely collection.
• Performs waived testing procedures, culture set up and assists in specimen processing.
• Organizes, restocks, and cleans outpatient drawing area and all carts, trays and hand helds.
• Assists with rooming patients and collecting data as appropriate.
• Screens phone calls, collects all pertinent data, communicates this information to the provider.
• Always maintains equipment in a clean and safe condition.
• Monitors and maintains lab refrigerator temperatures.
• Orders lab supplies and other supplies as requested.
• Performs EKGs as needed.

Requirements of these positions include:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must productively interact with patients and staff to perform laboratory work and report on results. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Cognitive process to interpret office situations and respond appropriately; adaptable to change; able to cope with stress and criticism.
• BLS Certification; ASCP certification preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO Plan
• Daycare
• Health insurance
• Vison insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending
• Comprehensive Wellness Plan
• Life insurance
• Pharmacy discount
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking
• Employee gym