- 32 hours per week
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Variable shifts, rotating weekends and holidays
Essential functions of the position include but are not limited to:
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Collects blood from inpatients, outpatients, and LTC residents according to established procedures and policies, assuring optimal specimens. Includes capillary punctures and venipunctures on infants and adults, and radial arterial punctures on adults.
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Draws blood from children, infants, newborns, and neonates, recognizing the fact that the laboratory procedures will enhance the child’s well-being.
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Properly collects timed specimens, including glucose tolerance specimens.
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Follows up on specimens that are misplaced or unacceptable for analysis. This may involve redrawing the inpatient, call the outpatient back to the laboratory, or traveling to the patient’s home or workplace.
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High school graduate, preferably with courses in biology and chemistry.
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Ability to perform basic and uncomplicated venipunctures.
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A positive attitude and evidence of excellent customer service temperament.
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Computer knowledge and the ability to use a keyboard.
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Certification or satisfactory completion of laboratory introductory phlebotomy course, and/or laboratory experience or medical assistant training. Other experience may be considered.
Are you interested in a career where you are part of improving the health and quality of life of individuals? Kalkaska Memorial Health Center (KMHC) specializes in providing more than is expected. This non-profit health center serves the greater Kalkaska County region with a wide variety of care options not often found in a small community. Members of the Kalkaska family are some of the most talented people working in healthcare today. They could work anywhere. They are here because they choose to be.
We are looking to fill a key position in our Laboratory for an as needed Phlebotomist. As a Phlebotomist, you will be responsible for following established procedures, obtain venous and capillary blood specimens needed for laboratory tests. Transport and deliver lab specimens to specialized laboratory areas. Verify and enter patient I.D. information on specimen labels and perform related clerical duties (e.g., logging and filing).
When your shift ends, four seasons of recreation is right outside your door! Kalkaska County is an outdoor wonderland with abundant natural resources. With more than 80 inland lakes, 275 miles of streams and rivers, and numerous state and county parks, residents and visitors alike have nearly endless options for enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds Kalkaska. Members of the Kalkaska family are some of the most talented people working in healthcare today. They could work anywhere. They are here because they choose to be. Come for a visit. Stay for a lifetime. Click HERE to see what a great community that KMHC is part of.
