Certified Phlebotomist CPT I - Clinical Lab

Mercy Medical Center • Aurora, IL

107d • $16 - $23

About The Position

The Certified Phlebotomy Technician I primarily performs skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor. The position involves various responsibilities including performing computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties. The technician must possess adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory and demonstrate good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner. Proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients are essential. The technician will also process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens, as well as specimens for referral to reference laboratories. Additional tasks include stocking routine supplies, maintaining cleanliness of storage areas, processing specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation, and assisting with various lab duties as assigned by the department manager/director.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current and valid state certification preferred.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for blood specimen collection.
• Conduct computer data entry, filing, and telephone communication.
• Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory test terminology.
• Exhibit good communication skills and telephone etiquette.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique and equipment use.
• Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens.
• Process specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
• Stock routine supplies and maintain cleanliness of work areas.
• Process or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation.
• Assist in picking up samples at the hospital/OR and sorting samples for analysis.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the department manager/director.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Voluntary benefit options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED