Phlebotomist

The Cancer & Hematology Centers; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cancer & Hematology Centers in Lansing, Michigan is seeking a qualified candidate to perform phlebotomy duties including venipunctures and finger sticks. The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and preferably a Medical Assistant Degree.

Experience in related work and knowledge of medical terminology is essential. Responsibilities include patient identification, specimen handling, and maintaining a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Two years related work experience required.
• Medical terminology understanding is extremely helpful.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and finger sticks according to policies.
• Accurately identify patients and label specimens correctly.
• Enter new patients into the laboratory information system.

Skills

Medical terminology

Phlebotomy

Patient identification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Degree

Job description

Job Description

Desired/Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Degree preferred

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Degree preferred

Specific Skills & Abilities

• Two years related work experience.
• Medical terminology extremely helpful

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing venipunctures and finger sticks in accordance with written policies and procedures.
• Responsible for accurately identifying patients and properly labeling and handling specimens.
• Determines and draws the proper collection tubes for tests requested.
• Responsible for monitoring phlebotomy supplies and notifying manager when replenishing needed.
• Able to correctly enter new patients into the laboratory information system and properly order tests on existing patients. Designate in system where send out tests are sent. Able to print and fax reports through system.
• Maintain a safe working environment by strict adherence to company safety policies and procedures. Is alert to the existence of safety hazards and reports any unsafe conditions to the safety officer. Keeps phlebotomy area clean and well stocked.
• Able to assist the medical technologist with a variety of tasks when applicable such as answering the phone, balancing lab billing, ordering send out tests, coordinating patient care with the physicians and nurses, helping with blood product distribution and assisting with bone marrow biopsies.
• All other duties as assigned.