Laboratory Technical Assistant-Phlebotomist

McLaren Health Care; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Michigan is seeking a Lab Technical Assistant - Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist for the evening shift. This role performs specimen collection by phlebotomy from the correct patient at in‑house or off‑site locations, and may enter data into information systems and prepare cytology specimens.

Requirements include a high school diploma; preferred phlebotomy technician certification and prior phlebotomy or clinical lab experience. Schedule listed as part-time with weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred: phlebotomy technician certification.
• Experience drawing blood or phlebotomy training is preferred.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection by phlebotomy from the correct patient at in‑house or off‑site locations.
• Enter specimen data into laboratory information systems as needed and assist with cytology specimen preparation.
• Assist with preparation and staining of cytology specimens and operate under supervision in various laboratory areas.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen collection

Laboratory safety

Data entry

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technical Assistant - Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist

Department: Laboratory

Shift: Evening

Daily Work Times: 11:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Scheduled Hours per Pay: 40

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.

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: Part‑time
• Requisition ID: 26003688
• Daily Work Times: 11:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
• Hours Per Pay Period: 40
• On Call: No
• Weekends: Yes