Our Hard-Working Staff
Jim Strachota, Executive Director
I started at the Albrecht Free Clinic as Director in April 2014. Prior to my position at Albrecht, I was Director of Human Services for Washington County. In that capacity, I become very familiar with the needs of the County and was able to identify agencies that were making a difference in the community. Albrecht Free Clinic always impressed me as a service that provided a unique and necessary support that was not duplicated in any other way. When the opportunity of the Director position came about, I was grateful to accept the role.
In my capacity I will do my best to support those without access to health care, communicate the need of the Clinic and work with other agencies to insure we provide not only medical care but a sound knowledge base of other available resources. Albrecht Free Clinic should be a part of the solution of supporting individuals and families in need.
Personally I have lived in West Bend for over 30 years. I have served on several Boards including the United Way (Past President), Family Center, Several Youth Sport Associations and the Arthritis Foundation. My education includes a Master’s degree in education from the University of Idaho and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Communications.
My wife Molly and I have two children and five grandchildren and in my spare time you can probably find me riding my bike on the Eisenban Trail.
Feel free to stop in and say hello, I am always seeking new ideas on how we can improve at the Albrecht Free Clinic.
In my capacity I will do my best to support those without access to health care, communicate the need of the Clinic and work with other agencies to insure we provide not only medical care but a sound knowledge base of other available resources. Albrecht Free Clinic should be a part of the solution of supporting individuals and families in need.
Personally I have lived in West Bend for over 30 years. I have served on several Boards including the United Way (Past President), Family Center, Several Youth Sport Associations and the Arthritis Foundation. My education includes a Master’s degree in education from the University of Idaho and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Communications.
My wife Molly and I have two children and five grandchildren and in my spare time you can probably find me riding my bike on the Eisenban Trail.
Feel free to stop in and say hello, I am always seeking new ideas on how we can improve at the Albrecht Free Clinic.
Jessica Osenbrügge, Business Office Manager
Jessica Osenbrügge came on-board with the Albrecht Free Clinic in October 2009. While born and raised in West Bend, WI, for most of her adult life she lived in New York City. There she worked as a financial writer in Corporate Communications for the insurance and investment firm, New York Life. Simultaneously, she dabbled in her creative writing aspirations and volunteered with local and national community-service organizations. Prior to attaining her Bachelor’s Degree in English Creative Writing and Literature from Manhattan’s Upper East Side Hunter College, she participated in numerous writing workshops in NYC through Gotham Writers Workshop and The New School. In a classroom setting, she begun learning the craft of fiction, memoir, and essay-writing with published authors, journalists, and university professors.
Shortly after the 2008 new year, she relocated to Berlin, Germany where she continued her writing pursuits and her love for volunteer work addressing contemporary social issues. Her volunteerism in human rights conflicts affecting indigenous peoples in the Americas led her to give lectures and presentations in Germany and Europe to universities, NGO’s, and civil societies.
Jessica relocated to her hometown of West Bend in 2009 and joined the Albrecht Free Clinic team so that she could work directly with people in her own community. It is through this professional experience that she is learning about the unique health care issues for the county’s uninsured and underinsured residents. She aims to ensure that Albrecht Free Clinic patients have access to good and sound medical care when they have no where else to go. Since 2012, she has been participating on the Steering Committee of the Latino Health Outreach Project through Casa Guadalupe Education Center, Inc. In 2014, she accepted a position as Vice President of the Board of Director of a newly formulating state-wide non-profit Wisconsin Association of Free and Charitable Clinics(WAFCC).
In September of 2011, Jessica was featured in a book titled, "Just A Few Sleeps Away" by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter and author, Mike Nichols. The true-to-life story is an introspective examination of one Midwest family's quest for understanding, healing, and good an evil after losing their daughter in the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center attacks.
Shortly after the 2008 new year, she relocated to Berlin, Germany where she continued her writing pursuits and her love for volunteer work addressing contemporary social issues. Her volunteerism in human rights conflicts affecting indigenous peoples in the Americas led her to give lectures and presentations in Germany and Europe to universities, NGO’s, and civil societies.
Jessica relocated to her hometown of West Bend in 2009 and joined the Albrecht Free Clinic team so that she could work directly with people in her own community. It is through this professional experience that she is learning about the unique health care issues for the county’s uninsured and underinsured residents. She aims to ensure that Albrecht Free Clinic patients have access to good and sound medical care when they have no where else to go. Since 2012, she has been participating on the Steering Committee of the Latino Health Outreach Project through Casa Guadalupe Education Center, Inc. In 2014, she accepted a position as Vice President of the Board of Director of a newly formulating state-wide non-profit Wisconsin Association of Free and Charitable Clinics(WAFCC).
In September of 2011, Jessica was featured in a book titled, "Just A Few Sleeps Away" by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter and author, Mike Nichols. The true-to-life story is an introspective examination of one Midwest family's quest for understanding, healing, and good an evil after losing their daughter in the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center attacks.
Lynn (Gamm) Pasbrig RN,BSN,
Lynn is a graduate of the UWM School of Nursing and has worked in Obstetrics, Pediatrics, School Health, and Public Health. Roles in these setting have varied from general staffing, case management, education, supervision of nursing students, and independent practice. All of this experience has proved to be valuable preparation for the Clinic Coordinator position as the Albrecht Free Clinic.
Lynn became the Clinic Coordinator in Sept. 1999 and worked directly with Dr. James E. Albrecht, the founder of the clinic. After his passing, Lynn assumed full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the clinic while the Medical Director provided guidance on medical issues. Since that time, there are twice as many clinics each month and more than 4 times the number of patient visits each year. Although the organizational structure of the clinic has changed in recent years, she can still be found at most clinic sessions.
For the wife of a Lutheran minister and mother of seven, “caring” comes naturally. Lynn firmly believes that we are our “brother’s keeper” and that her many blessings motivate her daily to give to others. The Albrecht Free Clinic has given Lynn many opportunities to do just that. She hopes that the services offered here will continue to meet the needs of Washington County even as health care changes the nation.
Lynn became the Clinic Coordinator in Sept. 1999 and worked directly with Dr. James E. Albrecht, the founder of the clinic. After his passing, Lynn assumed full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the clinic while the Medical Director provided guidance on medical issues. Since that time, there are twice as many clinics each month and more than 4 times the number of patient visits each year. Although the organizational structure of the clinic has changed in recent years, she can still be found at most clinic sessions.
For the wife of a Lutheran minister and mother of seven, “caring” comes naturally. Lynn firmly believes that we are our “brother’s keeper” and that her many blessings motivate her daily to give to others. The Albrecht Free Clinic has given Lynn many opportunities to do just that. She hopes that the services offered here will continue to meet the needs of Washington County even as health care changes the nation.
Alissa Mosal, RN Clinical Supervisor
In April of 2011, the Board and Staff were pleased to welcome to the team, Alissa Mosal, RN Clinic Coordinator. Alissa job shares the Nursing Clinic Coordinator position with Lynn Pasbrig. Outside of her time at the AFC, Alissa also works a pool position at Children’s Hospital as a critical care nurse. She resides in West Bend with her husband, Bradd, and her 2 children, Darren & Zachary. Join us in welcoming Alis-sa to the AFC team!
Hazel M. Hanson, MSN, RN, APNP
Philosophy of Care Statement
As a nurse practitioner, I strive to provide my patients with compassionate care while acknowledging and respecting their needs. I believe it is important to provide my patients with information on disease prevention and healthy living. I encourage my patients to take an active role in their health.
Specialty
I specialize as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, managing acute and complex chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Marquette University, Milwaukee
Master of Science in Nursing, Marquette University, Milwaukee
Professional Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau, Nursing Honor Society
Oncology Nursing Society
Personal Interests
Away from my career, my interests include physical fitness, gardening, cooking, reading, fishing, and hiking. I enjoy spending time with my husband, our family, and friends. I am also an avid fan of the Milwaukee Brewers and Marquette basketball.
As a nurse practitioner, I strive to provide my patients with compassionate care while acknowledging and respecting their needs. I believe it is important to provide my patients with information on disease prevention and healthy living. I encourage my patients to take an active role in their health.
Specialty
I specialize as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, managing acute and complex chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Marquette University, Milwaukee
Master of Science in Nursing, Marquette University, Milwaukee
Professional Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau, Nursing Honor Society
Oncology Nursing Society
Personal Interests
Away from my career, my interests include physical fitness, gardening, cooking, reading, fishing, and hiking. I enjoy spending time with my husband, our family, and friends. I am also an avid fan of the Milwaukee Brewers and Marquette basketball.
Vicki Towell, Office Assistant
Vicki joined our team in May 2012 as a part time Office Assistant to the Clinical Team. Prior, she had been volunteering with our agency to assist us with an exciting project to convert our paper charts in to a computer-based software program. Vicki has worked her entire career in non- profit office management, formerly at the Exodus House in Kewaskum. She likes working with people and the fact that each day is a bit different in a small office like ours. She says, “Working in human services has always brought me great satisfaction, and at the clinic being able to assist people who are ill is very rewarding”.
Vicki has an Associate’s Degree in Accounting from Moraine Park Technical College and has taken many computer classes to keep her skills current. She enjoys golfing, biking, rubber stamping handmade cards and camping. She and her husband, Bruce, live in Kewaskum.
Vicki has an Associate’s Degree in Accounting from Moraine Park Technical College and has taken many computer classes to keep her skills current. She enjoys golfing, biking, rubber stamping handmade cards and camping. She and her husband, Bruce, live in Kewaskum.
