Certified Phlebotomy Tech

Prime Healthcare•Evanston, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Phlebotomy Technician performs skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain blood specimens for clinical laboratory analysis, under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Supervisor. The role also includes clerical and specimen-processing duties, maintaining work areas and supplies, and assisting with other laboratory operations as needed. The position is full time, on the day shift, with a schedule of 4:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and rotating weekends at Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program or equivalent on-the-job training with documented competency.
Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician.
BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current according to hospital requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain specimens for laboratory analysis.
Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties.
Maintain adequate knowledge of laboratory test terminology.
Communicate effectively and use proper telephone etiquette when greeting patients and visitors.
Use proper phlebotomy techniques and equipment to collect specimens from newborns through geriatric patients.
Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens.
Process specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
Stock and order routine supplies.
Maintain cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and work areas.
Process or load specimens onto automated laboratory instruments according to established policies and procedures.
As needed, pick up samples at the hospital or operating room, help sort samples for analysis, put away samples, assist pathology, take inventory, replenish and order supplies, handle mail pickup and delivery, fax documents, answer phones, and receive product deliveries.
Work across multiple departments or on a night or graveyard shift if required.
May be delegated as a Phlebotomy Lead.
Perform other tasks or responsibilities assigned by the department manager or director.