LABORATORY ASSISTANT / PHLEBOTOMIST - LAB

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

LABORATORY ASSISTANT / PHLEBOTOMIST
Aspirus Eagle River Clinic, Eagle River, WI
Full-time or 1.0 FTE, 80 hours every pay period
8-hour weekday day shifts, Monday – Friday, generally no weekends

Job Description:

The Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist works under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures to perform the manual and technical tasks involved with the proper collection, labeling, processing, and distribution of biological specimens for laboratory testing from patients of all ages. This person is responsible for utilizing relevant computer programs, performing data entry, and canceling and crediting tests.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Completion of a High School diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful completion of a phlebotomy program or related health care training (MA, CNA, EMT, etc.) is beneficial.
• Knowledge of laboratory standards and practices acquired through completion of a degree or courses in chemical, physical, or biological sciences from an accredited institution beneficial.
• Courses in EKG basic interpretation are beneficial.
• Phlebotomy experience, related health care experience, or other non-healthcare laboratory experiences are beneficial.
• Computer experience is beneficial.
• Customer service/telephone communications experience is beneficial.
• Demonstrates a pleasant, congenial, accommodating, and diplomatic personality with strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
• Current BLS certification may need to be obtained- All clinical personnel in identified job codes are required to maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) training through independent study, manikin and knowledge testing. An acceptable CPR training program is the Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider course from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED. (See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training Policy).

Employee Benefits:

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Eagle River Hospital is a first critical access hospital in Wisconsin that proudly cares for Eagle River neighborhoods and surrounding communities. Eagle River Hospital is proud to offer inpatient hospital care, 24/7 emergency department (level IV trauma designation), paramedic ambulance team caring for Eagle River residents and surrounding areas. As well as radiology, laboratory, and rehabilitation therapy services. To learn more about Eagle River click here.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.

About the Eagle River Community
Welcome to this little slice of heaven we call Eagle River. Home to the World's Largest Chain of 28 Connected Lakes and known as the Snowmobile Capital of the World. We're no stranger to fun. In fact, we're no stranger to anything really. We're a bunch of folks who are down to earth and down for some good times all year round. So, look at all we have to offer. We look forward to your visit.

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