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QuadMed is seeking a Phlebotomist PRN to join our teams at the Midland, MI and Hemlock, MI clinics. The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing Phlebotomy and CLIA waived Lab tests at the QuadMed Lab location as assigned. Performing other lab tasks as assigned 

Schedule: PRN/ As-Needed role

General Purpose of Job

The Phlebotomist will perform phlebotomy and ancillary duties in support of the clinical/technical laboratory function and perform simple, routine laboratory procedures as instructed, trained, and directed. This role performs venous and capillary punctures. The CLA accurately identifies, prepares, and tests samples in a timely manner. QM lab team delivers high-quality in-patient results and patient experience. This job requires the team member to be patient centric. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for efficiently and accurately performing blood draws or sample collection on patients based on the tests ordered by the provider. Typical daily duties include the following: 
• Prepares patients before drawing blood 
• Identifies the patient and the correct test before collecting patient sample 
• Explains blood draw procedures to patients and answering any questions about the process 
• Follows all health and safety protocols and procedures to maintain sanitary work areas 
• Gathers medical testing materials, including needles, sample vials, blood storage bags and test tubes 
• Labels blood samples properly 
• Accurately updates patient information in the organization’s database 
• Helps nervous or frightened patients remain calm during blood draws 
• Works with supervising Physicians and following their directions at all times 
• Utilizes various laboratory and clinic information systems and software.  
• Travels to another clinic with in the Quad clinics 
• Communicates in a professional and courteous manner with patients, families, and other medical staff as necessary.  
• Interacts professionally, as a subject matter expert with doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers when answering questions or providing any information. 
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, department, and organization information 
• Performs CLIA waived tests once trained for those tests 
• Take responsibility of completing training and competencies in a timely manner 
• Other duties with in the lab such as stocking supplies, making sure the lab is ready for lab draw at any time, cleaning spaces as needed and other duties as assigned by the manager or the supervisor 
  

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High school GED required 
• Phlebotomy Tech Associate degree preferred  
• Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on an equivalent basis 

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year experience at a busy clinic or hospital in lieu of an associate or a certificate  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Phlebotomy Certification preferred  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills and proven ability to develop strong working relationships  
• Ability to multi-task, maintain confidentiality and independently and creatively handle issues  
• Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion 
• Strong troubleshooting skills 
• Flexible approach and demonstrated dedication to customer-focused service 
• Bilingual a plus, but not necessary