Phlebotomist (Client Site)

Quick Facts

• Role: Part-time Phlebotomist (Client Site)

• Schedule: Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 8:30am–4:30pm; Wed 8:30am–2:30pm

• Hours: 30 hours per week

• Location: Client site near Traverse City, MI (Suttons Bay)

Description

Perform age-appropriate phlebotomy and lab specimen collections at a client office. You will label and process specimens per established protocols, review QC/QA and refrigerator temperature logs, and coordinate orders and specimen documentation in lab systems. The position emphasizes patient safety, accurate communication, and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age-related standards
• Provide appropriate post-phlebotomy patient care and obtain medical assistance/call code when needed
• Review/record refrigerator temperatures and QC/QA records; log corrective actions and report concerns
• Use manual requisitions and labels correctly; label and process specimens per protocols
• Procure blood specimens from infant, adult, geriatric, and wheelchair-bound patients; demonstrate age-related competency
• Operate and maintain job-relevant equipment
• Follow up on outstanding orders on a manifest log and communicate timed/completed draws, charges, and results
• Request/obtain written physician orders and accurately order lab tests in computer systems
• Prioritize tasks, multi-task, and maintain a recollection/cancellation rate under 2%
• Follow patient safety goals (two patient identifiers, handwashing)
• Provide friendly, professional patient/customer service with timely updates
• Follow up on test results with appropriate individuals in a professional manner
• Stay current on updates via email and demonstrate compliance in MediaLab
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to lab/hospital safety committee recommendations
• Perform clerical duties related to specimen handling (faxing, printing, filing, reviewing, releasing results)
• Initiate responsibilities independently and communicate/coordinate with lab and physician on specimen procurement problems
• Travel to additional sites when needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Phlebotomy certification (nationally recognized) or training from a phlebotomy school/medical institution; OR 1+ year of phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting

Preferred

• Experience performing phlebotomy across a broad range of patient types
• Experience processing specimens, transferring specimens, and handling a centrifuge
• Familiarity with medical EMR systems
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Bilingual skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• Eligibility for benefits depends on employment classification (and sign-on bonus eligibility rules apply if applicable)
• Background check including criminal history may be required for newly hired team members/internal transfers