Phlebotomist - Full Time, Days/Afternoon

OPEN POSITION:

Position: Phlebotomist

Department: Laboratory

Location: Marlette, MI

Hours: Full Time. Days. Afternoons. Full Benefits.

The primary purpose of your position is to procure specimens for analysis by the laboratory, centrifugation of blood samples, preparation of out-going reference lab samples and assisting in Microbiology. The Phlebotomist is also responsible for working within the EPIC computer system, tasks include securing lab orders from computer terminals, amending and verifying orders as necessary and general knowledge of computer and printer maintenance. Clerical duties include distribution of lab reports to assigned location when necessary, keeping inventory and ordering supplies from various sources and answering the telephone when available.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Certificate of Phlebotomy and Medical Assistant education and clinical training from approved program. Subsequent ASCP or equivalent certification is required within 6 months of hire.
• Clinical Laboratory experience preferred. New Graduates welcome.
• Able to express oneself through verbal and written communication.
• Excellent customer service skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicates in a personable, professional manner with patients, family members, visitors, hospital personnel, sales personnel, and representatives of regulatory agencies under all conditions.
• Is courteous and empathetic to patient’s needs especially regarding age or unique disability.
• Responsible for the care, cleanliness, and appropriate use of laboratory equipment.
• Performs and logs routine temperatures of specimen storage units.
• Correctly collects and processes DOT and occupational urine drug screens and BET tests according to federal regulations.
• Responsible to centrifuge and process blood samples to laboratory or reference lab specifications.
• Maintain patient and hospital related confidentiality according to policy.
• Computer access is only used for hospital related duties.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."