Phlebotomist Full Time

Ellipse Diagnostics; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ellipse Diagnostics in Mishawaka is seeking a dependable phlebotomist to join our small, hands-on team. The role involves venipuncture, specimen collection and processing, accurate data entry, and ensuring patient safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completed phlebotomy training, and certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days). Experience with LIS/EMR and strong reliability are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program.
• Phlebotomy certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Strong venipuncture skills and a calm, patient-first approach.
• Attention to detail and accurate data entry.
• Reliable transportation and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary collections on adult patients with care and professionalism.
• Collect, label, and process urine, oral fluid, and blood specimens according to lab protocols.
• Verify patient identity and requisition/order information before every collection.
• Maintain chain-of-custody documentation where required.
• Centrifuge, aliquot, package, and prepare specimens for transport to the lab.
• Enter patient and specimen data accurately into our lab information system.
• Keep collection areas clean, stocked, and compliant with OSHA and infection-control standards.
• Communicate with clients and patients courteously; elevate issues quickly.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, and company safety and quality policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Data entry

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Reliability

Calm demeanor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited phlebotomy training program

Phlebotomy certification (NHA CPT / ASCP PBT / AMT RPT) or ability to obtain within 90 days

Tools

LIS/EMR system

Job description

About Us

Ellipse Diagnostics is a clinical laboratory specializing in toxicology testing, with a growing blood-testing menu. We partner with physicians, behavioral health providers, and treatment programs to deliver accurate, fast results that help patients get the care they need. We're a small, hands-on team, and we're looking for a dependable phlebotomist to join us in Mishawaka.

What You'll Do

• Perform venipuncture and capillary collections on adult patients with care and professionalism
• Collect, label, and process urine, oral fluid, and blood specimens according to lab protocols
• Verify patient identity and requisition/order information before every collection
• Maintain chain-of-custody documentation where required
• Centrifuge, aliquot, package, and prepare specimens for transport to the lab
• Enter patient and specimen data accurately into our lab information system
• Keep collection areas clean, stocked, and compliant with OSHA and infection-control standards
• Communicate with clients and patients courteously; elevate issues quickly
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, and company safety and quality policies

What We're Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program
• Phlebotomy certification (NHA CPT, ASCP PBT, AMT RPT, or equivalent) - or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Strong venipuncture skills and a calm, patient-first approach
• Attention to detail and accurate data entry
• Reliable transportation and punctuality

Preferred

• 1+ year of phlebotomy experience in a lab, clinic, or hospital setting
• Experience with toxicology or drug-testing collections and chain of custody
• Experience with an LIS or EMR system
• Current BLS/CPR certification

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ($21-$24/hr)
• Consistent weekday schedule - no nights
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Room to grow with an expanding lab

Ellipse Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.