Laboratory Technical Assistant

McLaren Health Care; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 34,440,000; Part time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care is seeking a part-time phlebotomist to perform specimen collection, preparation, and labeling with accuracy and in compliance with infection-control standards.

The role includes entering patient data into the hospital information system, assisting in waived tests, and supporting quality control and training. This position requires a high school diploma and prefers certified phlebotomy credentials, with weekends required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified phlebotomy technician preferred.
• Experience drawing blood or phlebotomy training in approved program preferred.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection (blood and non-blood) with proper patient preparation and labeling.
• Registers and processes patient data and test orders into hospital/LIS with ABN compliance.
• Maintains safe, clean work environment and adheres to infection-control policies.
• Performs waived tests and assists in other testing platforms under supervision.
• Trains new staff and ensures regulatory compliance.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Patient handling

Infection control

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

Position Summary

Performs all specimen collection by phlebotomy from the correct individual at in-house or off-site locations. In addition, obtains other specimens when indicated, and instructs patients in the collection of specimens as necessary. May be required to enter pathology specimens into various computerized information systems along with the preparation and staining of cytology specimens. Performs tasks in all laboratory areas under the direction of the appropriate supervisor, clinical laboratory technologists, cytotechnologists or other designated laboratory personnel and has appropriate knowledge and training of those areas so as to be able to function as necessary.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Performs proper specimen collection [blood and non-blood], including patient preparation, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation, and storage of specimens; complies with all standards for laboratory procedures.
• Collects, verifies, and processes patient registration data and test order/entry into hospital information system/laboratory information system, including ABN compliance.
• Processes specimens according to established guidelines.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment and protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control, hazardous waste and other policies and protocols.
• Performs waived tests and assists in other testing platforms with technical oversight.
• Assists in quality control and performance improvement activities.
• Ensures standards are met (quality, timeliness, customer service, etc.).
• Orients and/or trains new staff.
• Assists in assuring compliance with all regulatory and other agency requirements, laws, and statutes pertaining to the operation of the department.
• Answer telephone calls, performs computer tasks, prints reports and provides test results as applicable.
• Performs therapeutic phlebotomies.
• Dispatch and manage specimens and slides for consults, referrals, and other requests. Creates appropriate transport lists for tracking.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Certified as a phlebotomy technician.
• Previous experience drawing blood or phlebotomy training course in approved program.
• Previous experience in a clinical laboratory environment.

Position Specific Expectations:

• Problem solving capabilities.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Part-time
• Daily Work Times: Variable
• Hours Per Pay Period: 40
• On Call: No
• Weekends: Yes