Lab Assistant-Specimen Collect (Phlebotomist) - Harbortown - 40 hrs - Days -

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks a Lab Assistant-Specimen Collect (Phlebotomist) for their Harbortown location. Responsibilities include specimen collection, processing, and ensuring exceptional customer service within laboratory settings. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, customer service skills, and at least six months of phlebotomy experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of phlebotomy experience; must complete competency evaluation upon hire.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and reliable transportation for off-site duties.
• Experience in hospital or clinical laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collection or phlebotomy, demonstrating competency and productivity.
• Prepare patient specimens for testing, focusing on preanalytic and post-analytic steps.
• Enter patient demographic and test order information accurately into lab systems.

Skills

Customer Service

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lab Assistant-Specimen Collect (Phlebotomist) - Harbortown - 40 hrs - Days -

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Position Overview

Under limited supervision, performs laboratory support procedures including specimen collection, phlebotomy, order entry, processing, point of care testing, and transport of laboratory specimens. Blood sample collection constitutes at least 25% of scheduled hours. Interacts courteously and professionally with patients, laboratory staff, and caregivers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patient specimens for testing, focusing on preanalytic and post-analytic steps.
• Enter patient demographic and test order information accurately into lab systems, maintaining confidentiality.
• Perform blood collection or phlebotomy, demonstrating competency, productivity, and compassion.
• Follow HFHS Standards of Excellence to ensure exceptional customer service.
• Review and resolve discrepancies in laboratory request forms, handle specimens carefully to protect sample integrity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow instructions and provide excellent customer service.
• Minimum six months of phlebotomy experience; must complete competency evaluation upon hire.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and reliable transportation for off-site duties.
• Experience in hospital or clinical laboratory preferred; familiarity with medical terminology is a plus.

Additional Information

• Location: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
• Department: Pathology - Harbortown
• Shift: Day
• Union Status: Not Applicable

Employment Details

• Seniority Level: Associate
• Type: Full-time
• Job Functions: Research, Analysis, IT
• Industries: Healthcare, Insurance, Wellness