Lab Assistant-Specimen Collect (Phlebotomist)

Henry Ford Health; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our Laboratory Services team. This full-time role involves blood collection, specimen processing, and delivering patient-centered care in a fast-paced setting.

We offer a 40-hour work week with daytime shifts and a sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least six months of phlebotomy experience, and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Master the art of phlebotomy – Collect blood samples with skill and confidence (at least 25% of your time).
• Keep things moving – Process specimen orders, enter data accurately, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks
• Be a testing pro – Perform point-of-care testing and help keep our lab running smoothly
• Logistics champion – Transport laboratory specimens and materials safely and efficiently
• People person – Interact with patients, laboratory staff, and caregivers with genuine courtesy and professionalism
• Follow the playbook – Work under limited supervision while adhering to established procedures and best practices
• All while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and patient care!

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

Sign On Bonus Available!

Status: 40 hours per week

Shift: Days

Ready to make a real difference in patient care? Here's what you'll be doing:

• Master the art of phlebotomy – Collect blood samples with skill and confidence (at least 25% of your time), making the experience as comfortable as possible for patients
• Keep things moving – Process specimen orders, enter data accurately, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks
• Be a testing pro – Perform point-of-care testing and help keep our lab running smoothly
• Logistics champion – Transport laboratory specimens and materials safely and efficiently
• People person – Interact with patients, laboratory staff, and caregivers with genuine courtesy and professionalism, creating a welcoming environment for everyone
• Follow the playbook – Work under limited supervision while adhering to established procedures and best practices

All while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and patient care!

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 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