Phlebotomist

Location: Paw Paw-408 Hazen St. - Bronson Lakeview Hospital Title: Phlebotomist Job Overview: The phlebotomy technician 1 will be responsible for performing venipunctures to collect blood samples for laboratory analysis while ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of collection techniques, patient interaction, and the management of laboratory specimens. The Phlebotomist will work closely with healthcare professionals to facilitate accurate diagnoses and promote patient well-being. Additionally, phlebotomists play a crucial role in maintaining medical records, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and delivering compassionate care to patients in potentially stressful situations. The phlebotomy team prides itself on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where staff are encouraged to grow in their careers. This role seeks out those who possess excellent communication skills, a commitment to patient care, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment for this important role within the healthcare team. Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time. Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required. Responsibilities Perform venipunctures and capillary collections for blood samples. Ensure proper identification of patients and confirm test orders. Maintain a clean and safe working environment in compliance with health and safety standards. Demonstrate commitment to Bronson’s Standards for Excellence and safety protocols. Label and handle specimens accurately to prevent recollection or mislabeling. Document all procedures, results, and patient interactions in the health information system. Educate patients on the blood collection process and address any concerns they may have. Collaborate with laboratory staff and healthcare professionals to ensure efficient workflow. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited phlebotomy program preferred. Strong understanding of medical terminology and laboratory practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient interactions. Strong ability to communicate effectively across both internal and external customers and teams. Ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations with professionalism. Detail-oriented with keen observational skills to ensure accuracy. Basic competency in using electronic health records (EHR) and laboratory information systems (LIS). Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize task efficiently. Shift: Time Type - Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours - 24 Cost Center - 3301 Lab Phlebotomy (BLH) Bronson Healthcare is a community-owned, not-for-profit health system that has been serving southwest Michigan since 1900. Today, with a workforce of 9,000 people and 1,500 medical staff members, it is the area’s largest employer and leading healthcare system. Bronson provides care in virtually every specialty and offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care at more than 100 locations. Bronson’s exceptionally high quality standards enable us to do what's right for our patients and their families. We are empowered as individuals and as teams, to apply our skills and experience so that every patient receives safe, timely and effective treatment. What’s more, our state-of-the-art, technology and evidence-based processes give us the tools we need to deliver the right care, at the right time. By putting each patient and their family at the center of our work, we demonstrate the dignity and respect we have for each individual we serve. This unwavering commitment to serving others combined with our unique healing environment helps make the patient experience here an exceptional one. The excellence and Positivity of our employees and medical staff has contributed to Bronson Healthcare being ranked by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers (2022-23), by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023) and by the National Association for Business Resources as one of the 2023 Top 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For. #J-18808-Ljbffr