Phlebotomist

UP Health System Portage

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  Review providers’ orders, quick-register patients when needed, and place appropriate lab orders per the provider’s requisition.

• Verify patient identity using two patient identifiers prior to collection.

• Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick per policy; collect urine, throat, and nasal specimens as ordered.

• Label specimens with at least two identifiers plus date/time and collector initials; ensure specimen integrity and proper handling.

• Perform chain-of-custody urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy.

• Coordinate therapeutic drug-monitoring collections in collaboration with nursing to align dose and draw time.

• Resolve unusual or unclear test orders by contacting the ordering provider, pathologist, nursing station, or reference lab; elevate unresolved items to the supervisor.

• Process and route specimens to the correct internal lab departments or reference laboratories according to policy.

• Maintain par levels of collection supplies; complete weekly departmental inventories.

• Participate in performance improvement activities and required education; perform other duties as assigned.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for:

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Additional requirements include:

• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)

• High School Diploma