Phlebotomist

MedlinkHealth Anesthesia; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MedlinkHealth Anesthesia in Alpena, MI is seeking a Temporary Phlebotomist for an afternoon shift (12:00 PM – 8:30 PM) on a 40-hour week. The role emphasizes high-quality blood collection, patient comfort, and proper specimen handling in a clinical laboratory setting.

Requirements include 2+ years phlebotomy experience, active Phlebotomy Certification, and the ability to work with patients from neonates to geriatrics. Michigan LTC Fingerprinting is required during onboarding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of current phlebotomy experience.
• Active Phlebotomy Certification.
• Proven competency across neonate to geriatric populations.
• Michigan LTC Fingerprinting required during onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Venipuncture & Blood Collection: perform blood draws with high accuracy and patient comfort.
• Patient Identification & Accessioning: ensure correct labeling and inventory in LIMS.
• Specimen Handling & Technical Knowledge: handle needles, anticoagulants, prep/test requirements.
• Telephone & Administrative Support: answer calls and direct to staff.
• Customer Service & Patient Greeting: greet and assist patients and visitors professionally.
• Inventory & Processing Support: restock supplies and assist with processing tasks.
• Miscellaneous Duties: perform related clinical and administrative tasks.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Telephone support

Blood collection

Job description

Hours & Guarantee:

8 Hours/Day | 40 Hours/Week Guaranteed | Shift: 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Afternoons)

Weekend & Call Requirements:

No w.eekends required | No on‑call coverage.

Position Overview & Clinical Scope:

A regional medical facility in the Alpena, MI area is seeking a Temporary Phlebotomist for afternoon shift coverage. The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting high-quality diagnostic blood specimens while maintaining patient comfort, safety, and proper laboratory specimen handling protocols.

Essential Duties & Operational Allocation:

• Venipuncture & Blood Collection (20%): Perform skillful blood draws with minimal patient discomfort, demonstrating high accuracy in vein access.
• Patient Identification & Accessioning (15%): Ensure accurate patient identification and specimen labeling in accordance with clinical policies; register and accession specimens using the laboratory computer system.
• Specimen Handling & Technical Knowledge (15%): Maintain thorough knowledge of specialized needles, anticoagulants, specimen handling, and test preparation requirements.
• Telephone & Administrative Support (15%): Answer laboratory phone inquiries professionally and direct calls to appropriate clinical staff.
• Customer Service & Patient Greeting (10%): Greet patients, visitors, and facility staff in a professional and cheerful manner.
• Inventory & Processing Support (10%): Assist with restocking laboratory supplies and putting away inventory (5%), as well as basic specimen processing tasks (5%).
• Miscellaneous Duties (15%): Perform other related clinical and administrative tasks as assigned.

Candidate Submission & Qualification Requirements:

Experience & Certifications:

• Phlebotomy Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of current, active phlebotomy experience [REQUIRED].
• Certification: Active Phlebotomy Certification [REQUIRED].
• Patient Demographics: Proven competency working across all age groups: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations [REQUIRED].
• State Compliance: Michigan LTC Fingerprinting required during the compliance/onboarding phase.