Laboratory Technical Assistant

Karmanos Cancer Institute; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health network is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will perform vital specimen collection through phlebotomy and ensure the highest standards of patient care and laboratory procedures. You'll work in a collaborative environment, assisting in quality control and training new staff while maintaining a safe and clean workspace. This position offers the chance to make a real difference in patient outcomes while working with a supportive team committed to excellence in healthcare. If you are passionate about patient care and laboratory work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, with preferred certification in phlebotomy.
• Experience in blood drawing and clinical lab settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection and ensure compliance with lab standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment and assist in quality control.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen Collection

Patient Interaction

Quality Control

Infection Control

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Phlebotomy Certification

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Computerized Information Systems

Job description

McLaren Health Care is a fully integrated health network committed to quality, evidence-based patient care with locations in Michigan and Indiana. The McLaren system includes 13 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, one of only 53 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S.

Position Summary: The Laboratory Assistant 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.
• Answers telephone calls, performs computer tasks, prints reports and provides test results as applicable.
• Performs therapeutic phlebotomies.
• Dispatches and manages 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.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Requisition ID: 25002081
• Daily Work Times: Nights
• On Call: No

Equal Opportunity Employer

McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.