Phlebotomist Lab Path Assistant Resource

Job Posting

This job posting is for employment with Corewell Health. Effective January 1, 2026, following the execution of a new agreement between Corewell Health and Quest Diagnostics, this position will transition employment to Quest Diagnostics. While this role will be integral to Corewell Health laboratory operations, employment will be with Quest Diagnostics effective January 1, 2026, contingent upon successful completion of Quest Diagnostics' pre-employment requirements.

Job Summary

Performs patient laboratory test specimen collections. Test ordering in LIS, specimen processing and specimen handling. Contacts providers and other healthcare providers to clarify questions and issues around test ordering and collection. Assumes primary responsibility in providing a people first approach to welcoming, helping and caring for lab patients, visitors and other members of the patient's healthcare team.

Essential Functions

• Assures quality care for patients and families. Promotes patient confidentiality in the work environment.
• Demonstrates positive people first attitudes and actions. Demonstrates the ability to interact directly with patients, families, and clients to their satisfaction.
• Performs phlebotomy, specimen handling, specimen processing, and clerical duties. Maintains competency-validated proficiency on all procedures.
• Demonstrates consistent use of PPE's. Orders laboratory testing in the LIS. Confirms orders/diagnosis and obtains ABN's as necessary. Accepts and processes standing orders.
• Logs and documents environmentals (refrigerator, incubator, freezer temperatures) and daily equipment function verification data.
• Answers telephone, takes messages, answers basic customer questions.
• Works cooperatively, both individually and as a unit, with other personnel, departments, and disciplines to facilitate multidisciplinary, patient-centered care.
• Monitors staff and work environment in compliance with institutional safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of relevant experience
• Previous phlebotomy or related work
• Preferred CRT-Phlebotomy Technician - NHA National Healthcareer Association
• LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan CHW/CHS Outreach sites Upon Hire required

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital Niles - 31 N St Joseph Ave - Niles

Department Name

Lab - Niles

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

4

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.