Phlebotomist Lab Assistant Resource Float

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their lab team in providing exceptional patient care. This role involves performing phlebotomy, handling specimens, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. You will play a crucial part in a collaborative environment, interacting with patients and healthcare providers to ensure a seamless experience. With a commitment to a People First approach, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families. If you are passionate about healthcare and patient service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on restaurants and services

Optional insurance options

Retirement options with contributions

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience preferred, including phlebotomy.
• CRT-Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient laboratory specimen collections and processing.
• Ensure quality care and promote patient confidentiality.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

Specimen Processing

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Performs patient laboratory test specimen collections, test ordering in LIS, specimen processing, and specimen handling. Contacts providers and other healthcare providers to clarify questions and issues around test ordering and collection. Assumes primary responsibility in providing a People First approach to welcoming, helping, and caring for lab patients, visitors, and other members of the patient's healthcare team.

Essential Functions

1. Assures quality care for patients and families. Promotes patient confidentiality in the work environment.
2. Demonstrates positive People First attitudes and actions. Interacts directly with patients, families, and clients to their satisfaction.
3. Performs phlebotomy, specimen handling, specimen processing, and clerical duties. Maintains competency-validated proficiency on all procedures.
4. Demonstrates consistent use of PPE. Orders laboratory testing in the LIS, confirms orders/diagnosis, and obtains ABNs as necessary. Accepts and processes standing orders.
5. Logs and documents environmental conditions (refrigerator, incubator, freezer temperatures) and daily equipment function verification data.
6. Answers telephone, takes messages, and responds to basic customer questions.
7. Works cooperatively, both individually and as a team, with other personnel, departments, and disciplines to facilitate multidisciplinary, patient-centered care.
8. Monitors staff and work environment to ensure compliance with safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of relevant experience (preferred), including previous phlebotomy or related work.
• CRT-Phlebotomy Technician - NHA preferred.
• LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI required upon hire.

How Corewell Health Cares for You

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional insurance options including identity theft, home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on employment type and status.

Primary Location: SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department: Lab - St Joseph

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 4

Hours of Work: Variable

Days Worked: Variable

Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends

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Corewell Health is committed to a safe environment and equal opportunity employment. We support reasonable accommodations and require compliance with health and safety policies.