Phlebotomist

UP Health System – Portage; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

UP Health System Portage in Hancock, MI is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our General Laboratory on a PRN, varied-shift basis. You will review orders, collect blood and other specimens, and ensure accurate labeling and specimen integrity in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma; phlebotomy certification is preferred, along with BLS/BCLS. This role supports patient care across departments and contributes to quality testing and timely results.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• BLS/BCLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review providers' orders and collect specimens per protocol.
• Verify patient identity before collection.
• Collect blood specimens via venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick.
• Label specimens with identifiers and date/time.
• Perform urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy.
• Coordinate therapeutic drug-monitoring collections with nursing.
• Resolve unclear orders by contacting the provider or supervisor.
• Route specimens to correct lab departments or reference labs.
• Maintain collection supplies and participate in inventories.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Compassionate care

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

BLS/BCLS certification

Job description

Your Experience Matters

UP Health System Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an

UP Health System Portage

Location: Hancock MI

General Laboratory

PRN Varied Shifts

Your Experience Matters

UP Health System Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Phlebotomist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

• Review providers' orders, quick-register patients when needed, and place appropriate lab orders per the provider's requisition.
• Verify patient identity using two patient identifiers prior to collection.
• Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick per policy; collect urine, throat, and nasal specimens as ordered.
• Label specimens with at least two identifiers plus date/time and collector initials; ensure specimen integrity and proper handling.
• Perform chain-of-custody urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy.
• Coordinate therapeutic drug-monitoring collections in collaboration with nursing to align dose and draw time.
• Resolve unusual or unclear test orders by contacting the ordering provider, pathologist, nursing station, or reference lab; elevate unresolved items to the supervisor.
• Process and route specimens to the correct internal lab departments or reference laboratories according to policy.
• Maintain par levels of collection supplies; complete weekly departmental inventories.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and required education; perform other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) or BCLS

More About UP Health System

UP Health System - Portage is a 36 bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan for over 128 years. We are proud to be recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, Silver Plus Award for Stroke Care, Highest Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group and a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.

EEOC Statement

UP Health System Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System Portage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.