Phlebotomist

The Cancer & Hematology Centers•Flint, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy and finger stick procedures for the purpose of obtaining blood for laboratory analysis. This role serves as the primary laboratory representative with the public.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Two years related work experience.
Medical terminology extremely helpful.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing venipunctures and finger sticks in accordance with written policies and procedures.
Accurately identifying patients and properly labeling and handling specimens.
Determining and drawing the proper collection tubes for tests requested.
Monitoring phlebotomy supplies and notifying manager when replenishing needed.
Correctly entering new patients into the laboratory information system and properly ordering tests on existing patients.
Designating in the system where send out tests are sent.
Printing and faxing reports through the system.
Maintaining a safe working environment by strict adherence to company safety policies and procedures.
Being alert to the existence of safety hazards and reporting any unsafe conditions to the safety officer.
Keeping the phlebotomy area clean and well stocked.
Assisting the medical technologist with a variety of tasks when applicable such as answering the phone, balancing lab billing, ordering send out tests, coordinating patient care with the physicians and nurses, helping with blood product distribution and assisting with bone marrow biopsies.
Performing all other duties as assigned.