Lab Assistant-Specimen Collect (Phlebotomist)

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Brownstown Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Wyandotte seeks a Lab Assistant-Specimen Collect to support patient care through accurate specimen collection, phlebotomy, and safe handling of materials. You will interact with patients and lab staff to ensure smooth specimen transport and processing.

This role emphasizes attention to safety, compassion, and teamwork in a high-volume hospital setting along the Detroit River corridor. Sign-on bonus available.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills.
• Minimum of six months of phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection, including phlebotomy, ensuring accuracy and patient comfort.
• Process and transport laboratory specimens and materials according to established procedures.
• Conduct point-of-care testing and enter orders into the system.
• Interact with patients, laboratory staff, and caregivers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintain safety and proficiency in handling specimens from patients of all ages.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Full-time

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Sign On Bonus Available!

About the Department

Join the team at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, a cornerstone of the Downriver community since 1926. Our hospital blends small-town connection with the resources of a large health system, offering a unique work environment. Located on the Detroit River, our setting provides easy access to riverfront parks, marinas, and waterfront dining, all just minutes from your shift and a short drive from Detroit. Be part of a team that cares for the community while enjoying the historic charm and natural beauty of our location.

Role Overview

As a Lab Assistant-Specimen Collect, you play a vital role in supporting patient care by performing essential laboratory procedures. You'll work closely with patients, laboratory staff, and caregivers to ensure accurate and efficient specimen collection and processing. Your work directly contributes to timely and accurate diagnostic results, making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Perform specimen collection, including phlebotomy, ensuring accuracy and patient comfort.
• Process and transport laboratory specimens and materials according to established procedures.
• Conduct point-of-care testing and enter orders into the system.
• Interact with patients, laboratory staff, and caregivers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintain safety and proficiency in handling specimens from patients of all ages.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills.
• Minimum of six months of phlebotomy experience