Laboratory Phlebotomist Certified

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital

  • Newberry, MI
  • $17.26-20.56 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 day ago
  • Apply easily
Serving Luce County and the surrounding area since 1965, Helen Newberry Joy Hospital is DNV Accredited, Critical Access Hospital. As one of the most technologically advanced, up-to-date diagnostic centers in the Eastern Upper Peninsula, we are able to provide a wide range of services. Our team places a high value on compassion, customer service, quality, respect, teamwork, and are dedicated to growing a healthier community.Located in Newberry, MI, not only do we have numerous lakes and an abundance of wildlife and historical sites, but a number of recreational activities available throughout the year including: hiking, golfing, swimming, biking, fishing, hunting, boating, snowmobiling, skiing, and more. We offer the economic and social advantages of a rural lifestyle while providing an opportunity to contribute to improving the quality of life in our community.Position: Laboratory Phlebotomist CertifiedJob Status: Part Time - 40 Hours Bi-WeeklyPay Rate: $17.26 - $20.56Required Skills and Duties:
  • Responsible for obtaining blood and other specimens for laboratory analysis and also for maintaining the clerical aspects of reference lab testing. Directly responsible to the Laboratory Director
  • Daily contact with co-workers and other hospital personnel, medical staff, patients/residents, and visitors
  • Ensures correct identification of the patient and labeling of the samples. Performs veni-puncture and capillary-puncture skillfully and discretely for all patients including geriatric, pediatric, and the acutely ill and injured
  • Sorts and processes patient specimens accurately
  • Ensures continual flow of specimens to the technical areas and reference laboratory
  • Starts glucose tolerance procedures
  • Educates patients in the correct manner in which to collect samples at home and in the hospital for laboratory analysis
  • Ensures quantity of specimens are sufficient for in house and reference laboratory analysis
Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Basic Medical Terminology class within 1st year
  • Obtain and maintain Phlebotomist certification through a national certification program
  • Obtain and maintain BLS certification
  • Must be customer service oriented
  • Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be a strong verbal communicator
Helen Newberry Joy Hospital does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances.

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital