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May require occasional travel with per diem included for overnight stays. Construction Laborer Qualifications * Ideal candidates would have previous carpentry experience or the strong desire to learn.

Construction Laborer

Rice Lake, WI · On-site

$22 - $24.50/hr

May require occasional travel with per diem included for overnight stays. Construction Laborer Qualifications * Ideal candidates would have previous carpentry experience or the strong desire to learn.

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How much do laborer per diem jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for laborer per diem in Wisconsin is $18.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.01 and $19.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a laborer per diem?

A Laborer Per Diem job is a temporary or project-based position where workers are paid a daily allowance, or per diem, in addition to their wages. These roles are common in construction, manufacturing, and other labor-intensive industries. Per diem pay is often provided to cover expenses such as meals, lodging, or travel when working away from home. This type of job can offer flexibility but may not include benefits like full-time positions.

What does a laborer per diem do?

A typical day for a Laborer Per Diem involves assisting with a variety of tasks such as loading and unloading materials, operating basic hand or power tools, cleaning job sites, and supporting skilled tradespeople as needed. Per diem laborers may be assigned to different teams or locations depending on the project’s requirements, so flexibility and readiness to adapt are important. Most work is outdoors or in industrial environments, often requiring safety gear like hard hats and gloves. The role offers exposure to different types of projects and team structures, which can provide valuable experience and opportunities for advancement into more specialized positions in the future.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the laborer per diem position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Laborer Per Diem, you need physical stamina, reliability, and basic knowledge of construction or maintenance practices, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand and power tools, safety equipment, and OSHA safety standards is highly beneficial for this role. Effective teamwork, good communication, and a positive attitude are valuable soft skills that set top candidates apart. These abilities ensure tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and collaboratively in varied and sometimes fast-changing job environments.

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Infographic showing various Laborer Per Diem job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,981 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Per Diem Associate Patient Care | , Wisconsin

UnitedHealthcare At Home

Waukesha, WI • On-site

$16 - $29/hr

Other

Retirement

Posted 26 days ago


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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Per Diem Associate Patient Care Coordinator

Explore opportunities with Optum, in strategic partnership with ProHealth Care. ProHealth Care is proud to be a leader in health care services, serving Waukesha County and the surrounding areas for more than a century. Explore opportunities across the full spectrum of care as you help us improve the well-being of the community with your skills, compassion and innovation. Be part of a collaborative environment that strives for excellence, nurtures respect and ensures high-quality care delivery to our patients. Join us in making an impact as an Optum Team Member supporting Pro Health Care and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Per Diem Associate Patient Care Coordinator supports patient care delivery in the areas of patient reception, scheduling, insurance verification, payment processing for campuses with hospital and medical group departments.

Locations:

  • 1011 Spring City Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
  • 717 W Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53188
  • 2130 Big Bend Road, Waukesha, WI 53189

We offer 4 weeks of paid training. The hours of the training will be based on schedule or will be discussed on your first day of employment.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Greets visitors and patients in person, or communicates by telephone or video conferencing, upholding excellent customer service
  • Enters and updates patient demographic and financial information, ensuring the patient is fully registered as early in the process as possible
  • Obtains appropriate applications and forms, confirming signatures are on file. Photocopies/scans documents as needed
  • Provides patients with financial responsibility information and collects patient liabilities, documents amounts in the appropriate fields, and balances the cash box daily
  • Works with partnering departments (Financial Counseling, Scheduling, Financial Clearance, and clinical areas) to ensure all aspects of the patient's encounter are completed as needed
  • Provides wayfinding instructions and assists with hospital information as requested
  • Coordinates patient admission needs, bed assignments, and tracking boards where applicable
  • Meets or exceeds audit accuracy standards. Works worklists and error reports timely, and proactively seeks assistance to resolve as needed
  • May perform other duties upon request

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • 6+ months of customer service experience in an office/healthcare setting
  • Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to work within all 3 local Waukesha clinics (exact addresses can be found in description)
  • Ability to work on a Per Diem basis between the hours of 7:00am - 8:00pm, including weekends
  • Must be 18 years of age or older

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with electronic medical records system
  • Experience in a medical office or hospital admitting/registration office
  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work in fast paced environments

**PLEASE NOTE** The sign-on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time or per diem basis ('Internal Candidates') are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $29.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.


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