Phlebotomy Tech II

Lake Huron Medical Center; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

Lake Huron Medical Center in Port Huron, MI, is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician II to join the clinical laboratory team on evening shifts. The technician will perform skin puncture and venipuncture on patients of all ages to obtain blood specimens for analysis, under supervision of the Laboratory Director/Manager.

The role requires a High School diploma, BLS certification within 45 days, and at least two years of clinical laboratory experience (preferred).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis.
• Process specimens for microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank testing.
• Assist to pick up samples, handle clerical duties, data entry, and general lab support as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Telephone etiquette

Education

High School Diploma

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Lake Huron Medical Center is a 139-bed community hospital that provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient health care services to residents of St. Clair and Sanilac counties, including emergency services, primary stroke center, cancer care, surgical services, physical therapy and rehabilitation services, pulmonary rehabilitation, and specialized diabetes programs. Lake Huron Medical Center is affiliated with Lake Huron Medical Group which offers patient-centered care through primary and specialty care physician practices located throughout the Blue Water Area. Raising the bar for quality health care, Lake Huron Medical Center received the Leapfrog Group's grade "A" in hospital safety, Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award, was rated four stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and earned the Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. Learn more at www.mylakehuron.com . As a member of Prime Healthcare, Lake Huron Medical Center is proud to be part of a system recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for 2024 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.

Responsibilities

The Phlebotomy Technician II primarily performs skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of the Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor. The PT I performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties; possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory; demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner; demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients; processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens; processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories; stocks and orders routine supplies; maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas; processes or loads specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures; may assist to pick up samples at hospital/OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.; may work multi-departments for graveyard shift; may perform point of care testing after training and documented competency; resolves staffing issues; and performs other tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Employment Status

Part Time < 60

Shift

Evenings

Equal Employment Opportunity

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