Certified Phlebotomy Tech

Saint Francis Hospital•Evanston, IL

10d•$17 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Phlebotomy Technician works in the Clinical Lab at Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois. The role primarily 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 position is full-time, with a day schedule of 4:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and rotating weekends. The technician also performs clerical and specimen-processing work, helps maintain laboratory supplies and work areas, and may assist across departments or with other laboratory and hospital tasks. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager or director.

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 is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain blood specimens for laboratory analysis.
Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties.
Understand terminology for laboratory tests that are ordered.
Communicate with patients and visitors politely and demonstrate appropriate telephone etiquette.
Use proper phlebotomy techniques and equipment to collect specimens from newborn through geriatric patients.
Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens.
Prepare 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 instrumentation 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, conduct inventory, replenish and order supplies, handle mail pickup and delivery, fax, answer phones, and receive product deliveries.
As needed, work in multiple departments or on a night or graveyard shift.
May be delegated as a Phlebotomy Lead.
Perform other tasks or responsibilities assigned by the department manager or director.