Certified Phlebotomy Tech

Prime Healthcare•Aurora, IL

12d•Onsite

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 the Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor. The PT I performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties. They 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. The role involves demonstrating proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients. Processing of microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens, as well as specimens for referral to reference laboratories, is a key responsibility. Additionally, the technician will stock routine supplies, maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas, and process or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures. Other duties may include assisting with sample pick-ups, sorting samples, assisting pathology, inventory management, replenishing and ordering supplies, mail pick-up/delivery, faxing, answering phones, and handling product deliveries. Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Requirements

High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, according to hospital requirement.

Nice To Haves

Current and valid state certification preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis.
Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties.
Demonstrate good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors.
Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients.
Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens.
Process specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
Stock routine supplies.
Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas.
Process or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures.
Assist with sample pick-ups at hospital/OR, sorting samples for analysis, and putting away samples.
Assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries.
Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.