Laboratory Technical Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join their team. This exciting role involves performing specimen collection and processing while ensuring compliance with laboratory standards. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and preferably be certified as a phlebotomy technician. You will contribute to patient care by collecting and preparing specimens in a safe and clean environment. Join a team that values quality patient care and offers a supportive atmosphere for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; certification as a phlebotomy technician preferred.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection and processing in compliance with lab standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to infection control protocols.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen collection

Infection control

Patient communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification as phlebotomy technician

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: 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 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Additional Information:

• Schedule: Full-time
• Requisition ID: 25002091
• Daily Work Times: 10:00pm to 6:30am
• On Call: Yes