Phlebotomist | 10:30am - 7pm

Hillsdale Hospital•Hillsdale, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Hillsdale Hospital is dedicated to excellence in healthcare, community service, continued improvement, and respect for human life. We manage the health needs of our local community through compassionate and highly skilled care in our clean, safe, healing environment. Additionally, Hillsdale Hospital is a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace, and a USA Today Top Workplaces! This position is responsible for using appropriate techniques and procedures to obtain blood samples by venipuncture and skin puncture. The role also involves instructing patients on proper collection procedures for various samples, correctly labeling all specimens, and maintaining laboratory operating procedures. The Phlebotomist will also perform receptionist duties at the front desk of the outpatient lab.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required from an accredited institution
BLS certification (available through Hillsdale Hospital)

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program preferred but not required.
ASCP certification desirable
Previous phlebotomy experience in healthcare setting preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Uses appropriate techniques and procedures to obtain blood samples by venipuncture and skin puncture.
Instruct patients on proper collection procedures for urine collection, stool collection, and other miscellaneous collections
Correctly labels all specimens and checks for quality
Assumes responsibility for the safety and comfort of patients
Maintains laboratory operating procedures
Orders and distributes supplies as needed along with notifying appropriate individual when supplies are low
Performs receptionist duties at the front desk of the outpatient lab