Wisconsin Youth Apprentice Phlebotomy Assistant

SSM Health • Fond du Lac, WI

8d • $17

About The Position

It's more than a career, it's a calling. WI-St. Agnes Hospital Worker Type: Intern/Temporary (Trainee) Job Highlights: Are you an upcoming high school junior or senior interested in a healthcare career? Join SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital - Fond du Lac as a Phlebotomy Assistant Youth Apprentice and gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and skills for in-demand healthcare roles all while earning $17 per hour. Unlock your potential and make a difference starting now! Job Highlights Youth Apprentices in our Phlebotomy Assistant career pathway help to provide a welcoming environment to patients and assist with specimen collection all while ensuring a safe work environment. You’ll partner with a licensed/certified professional who will serve as your mentor and will help guide your training while providing ongoing support in the role. Job Details · Effectively work as part of a team, communicate effectively with close attention to details · Maintain academic and attendance requirements for participation in the Youth Apprenticeship Program · Participate in progress reviews scheduled with mentors, school staff, parent(s) or guardian(s), and employer · Assist with patient check in assuring two identifiers are used to confirm identity · Deliver samples to the laboratory and perform administrative duties to support the department including the cleaning and maintenance of collection area and equipment · Under the direction of an experienced professional and upon completed training, assist with the collection and preparation of blood and other specimens · Perform other duties as assigned Education and Experience Requirements · High school junior or senior · 16 years of age · Must be authorized and approved by the Wisconsin Youth Apprentice Program in accordance with your local school criteria · Reliable transportation to get to and from work · Satisfactory progress towards graduation · Commit to completing 450 hours at the jobsite (10-15 hours per week) · Demonstrated maturity and responsibility · Skill with attending to details, excellent attendance and a strong work ethic · Foster a culture of caring through interpersonal relationships and communication About SSM Health SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health care system serving the health needs of communities across the Midwest in Wisconsin, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Missouri. We are committed to providing exceptional health care services and revealing God’s healing presence to everyone we serve. We’ve received national recognition from U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, Forbes, Healthgrades, and Becker’s Healthcare in recognition of the quality care and patient experience we provide. Job Summary: Draws blood for tests, transfusions, donations, and/or research. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares for phlebotomy procedure. Performs capillary collection. Collects non-blood specimens. Performs venipuncture collection. Processes specimens and maintains specimen integrity. Assists in performing Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived tests under the supervision of qualified staff. Complies with legal restrictions. Respects patient confidentiality and maintains Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school junior or senior
• 16 years of age
• Must be authorized and approved by the Wisconsin Youth Apprentice Program in accordance with your local school criteria
• Reliable transportation to get to and from work
• Satisfactory progress towards graduation
• Commit to completing 450 hours at the jobsite (10-15 hours per week)
• Demonstrated maturity and responsibility
• Skill with attending to details, excellent attendance and a strong work ethic
• Foster a culture of caring through interpersonal relationships and communication
• Must be at least 16 years of age prior to start date and current high school student
• Acceptance into Youth Apprenticeship program through local high school
• No experience required

Responsibilities

• Prepares for phlebotomy procedure.
• Performs capillary collection.
• Collects non-blood specimens.
• Performs venipuncture collection.
• Processes specimens and maintains specimen integrity.
• Assists in performing Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived tests under the supervision of qualified staff.
• Complies with legal restrictions.
• Respects patient confidentiality and maintains Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Effectively work as part of a team, communicate effectively with close attention to details
• Maintain academic and attendance requirements for participation in the Youth Apprenticeship Program
• Participate in progress reviews scheduled with mentors, school staff, parent(s) or guardian(s), and employer
• Assist with patient check in assuring two identifiers are used to confirm identity
• Deliver samples to the laboratory and perform administrative duties to support the department including the cleaning and maintenance of collection area and equipment
• Under the direction of an experienced professional and upon completed training, assist with the collection and preparation of blood and other specimens

Benefits

• SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED