Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin. BETTER TOGETHER

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

Why join our comprehensive laboratory department?

• Stable work hours 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 3 weekend shifts per year, on average!
• Work only 1 holiday per year!
• No third shift rotations!
• Free parking at all GHC clinic locations!

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 Manager and/or the Chief Medical Technologist. Daily operational guidance and direction may be received from the Lead Medical Technologist.

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

Five Strategic Pillars:

• Exceptional Quality and Service - We seek excellence by working towards the elements of the quadruple aim we strive to be the best we do in all that we do.
• Meaningful Employee Engagement - We create a culture where employees are involved, enthusiastic and committed to delivering on the GHC-SCW Mission, Vision and Values.
• Continuous Improvement - We actively identify opportunities and initiate change that creates value for the Cooperative and those we serve.
• Financial Strength - We ensure the Cooperative's long-term viability by reinvesting earnings generated by controlling health care costs and consistently growing revenue.
• Impact - We advance health and well-being by nurturing connections with our member-owners and the communities we serve.

GHC-SCW is committed to fostering a caring and compassionate environment while ensuring that individual differences are valued. GHC-SCW is a quality driven cooperative built on collaboration, community involvement, innovation, and belonging. It is essential that all employees, members, and patients feel secure and welcome, that the opinions and contributions of all individuals are respected and that all voices are heard.

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.

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. Knowledge of and/or ability to learn and use computer based applications such as MS Office, electronic medical record systems and laboratory related applications is required. Experience with EPIC is desirable but not required. Ability to operate a PC and other computer peripheral equipment is required.

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

9. Ability to work at other GHC-SCW health center sites assuring adequate coverage is required. Ability to provide own transportation to various work locations is required.

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

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

12. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality is required. Knowledge of or ability to learn HIPAA requirements.

13. Compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Standard (CLIA) for September 1, 1997 is required.

14. Ability to stand, bend or stoop for the majority of a workday is required.

15. Correctable vision, color perception, and legible handwriting are required.

Benefit Summary for FTE of .5 or higher:

Our rich benefits package which includes:

o Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

o 403(b) employer match up to 6%!

o Nine paid holidays

o Generous MTO (Managed Time Off)

o Tuition reimbursement

Eligibility for any general increases on their work anniversary date

Free parking at all our locations

Wellness programs

Work life balance

Commitment to diversity

The great culture we have here at GHC-SCW!

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. GHC-SCW considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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