Phlebotomist

Trinity Health • Chelsea, MI

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs phlebotomy, specimen receipt, processing, specimen distribution, computer order entry and/or requisition completion, and other pre-analytical tasks as required. Tracks specimens through appropriate computer functions when available, to ensure that all specimens are routed accurately and in a timely manner. Assures complete and accurate patient samples, patient demographics, and diagnosis codes are provided, and submits to the laboratory for testing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of phlebotomy, medical assistant or patient care technician training.

Nice To Haves

• Previous phlebotomy experience preferred if formal training and certification as a phlebotomist is not obtained.
• Experience is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs successful sample collection to include venipuncture blood draw, capillary puncture, infant heel sticks, and urine collection utilizing proper patient identification and customer service skills.
• Understands laboratory requisitions and how to locate missing or incomplete information.
• Completes specimen handling and processing including centrifugation of vacutainer and aliquoting/pouring over of specimens.
• Aliquot and adjusts pH of 24-hour urine specimens as required by location.
• Follows test cancellation policy and completes follow-up tasks as needed.
• Locates specimens for add-on testing.
• Maintains minimum supply levels and maintains cleanliness of workstation and of the section.

Benefits

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED