Lab Assistant-Phlebotomist - S. Macomb/Oakland Region - 40 hrs - Days -

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Lab Assistant-Phlebotomist for a full-time position focusing on specimen collection and processing within the South Macomb and Oakland outpatient labs. Successful candidates will demonstrate exceptional customer service skills and meet all patient needs while maintaining a high standard of confidentiality. This role requires a high school diploma and relevant phlebotomy experience.

Benefits

Sign on bonus available

Qualifications

• Experience in phlebotomy (minimum six months) required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Experience in a hospital or clinic laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs blood sample collection (phlebotomy) and specimen processing.
• Enters patient demographic and test order information accurately.
• Handles routine inquiries from patients and staff.

Skills

Customer service

Specimen handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lab Assistant-Phlebotomist - S. Macomb/Oakland Region - 40 hrs - Days -

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This position will support locations in South Macomb and Oakland outpatient labs. This position may require travel within this region.

Sign On Bonus Available!

General Summary

Under limited supervision, and according to established procedures, performs a variety of laboratory support procedures including specimen collection or phlebotomy, order entry, processing, point of care testing, and transport of laboratory specimens and materials. Performs blood sample collection at least 25% of scheduled hours. Interacts with patients, laboratory staff, and caregivers in a courteous and professional manner.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares patient specimens for laboratory testing with particular emphasis on the preanalytic and post-analytic processes.
• Enters patient demographic and test order information into lab information systems according to training protocols and in a timely manner. Maintains confidentiality of patient information. Handles routine inquiries from patients and staff.
• Performs blood sample collection or phlebotomy as a primary duty including 25% or more of scheduled hours. Must demonstrate competency, productivity, and compassion on a sustained basis with all patients presenting for service.
• Understands and follows HFHS Standards of Excellence to support a culture of exceptional customer service skills when interacting with patients, co-worker and caregivers
• Reviews laboratory request forms for complete demographic and order entry information and resolves discrepancies as needed. Exercises care in specimen handling and order entry to protect the identify and integrity of samples.
  
  

Education/Experience Required

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills is required.
• A minimum of six months experience in phlebotomy is required. New employees must successfully complete competency evaluation and demonstrate safety and proficiency with all patient ages who are likely to present for service.
• For assignments requiring travel off-site, candidates must possess and maintain a valid Michigan motor vehicle license and reliable transportation with insurance.
• Experience in a hospital or clinic laboratory is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology preferred.
  
  

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
• Department: HFHS Lab Administration
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Insurance, and Wellness and Fitness Services

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