Phlebotomy & Laboratory Support Technician

mclarenhlth; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection by phlebotomy from the correct patient at in-house or off-site locations. You will instruct patients, enter orders in HIS/LIS, and assist in other laboratory tasks as needed to support the department.

The role includes processing specimens, maintaining safety and infection-control standards, and providing QA/QC support. HS diploma required; phlebotomy certification and prior lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified phlebotomy technician preferred.
• Experience drawing blood or phlebotomy training in approved program preferred.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs proper specimen collection [blood and non-blood], including patient preparation, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation, and storage of specimens; complies with all standards for laboratory procedures.
• Collects, verifies, and processes patient registration data and test order/entry into hospital information system/laboratory information system, including ABN compliance.
• Processes specimens according to established guidelines.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment and protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control, hazardous waste and other policies and protocols.
• Performs waived tests and assists in other testing platforms with technical oversight.
• Assists in quality control and performance improvement activities.
• Ensures standards are met (quality, timeliness, customer service, etc.).
• Orients and/or trains new staff.
• Assists in assuring compliance with all regulatory and other agency requirements, laws, and statutes pertaining to the operation of the department.
• Answer telephone calls, performs computer tasks, prints reports and provides test results as applicable.
• Performs therapeutic phlebotomies.
• Dispatch and manage specimens and slides for consults, referrals, and other requests. Creates appropriate transport lists for tracking.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient interaction

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

McLaren Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection by phlebotomy from the correct patient at in-house or off-site locations. You will instruct patients, enter orders in HIS/LIS, and assist in other laboratory tasks as needed to support the department.

The role includes processing specimens, maintaining safety and infection-control standards, and providing QA/QC support. HS diploma required; phlebotomy certification and prior lab experience preferred.