Phlebotomist

Trinity Health • Brighton, MI

12d • 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.

What This Job Offers

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