Phlebotomist I

OSF HealthCare • Peoria, IL

17h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is more than a phlebotomy job; it's a commitment to service, teamwork, and accountability. OSF HealthCare is seeking reliable, patient-focused team players who enjoy a fast-paced work environment, supporting coworkers, and upholding OSF’s standard of respectful, high-quality care. The Phlebotomist I is responsible for obtaining blood and other specimens for laboratory testing according to established policies and procedures from any location where patients may be present. This includes obtaining necessary supplies, verifying patient identification, preparing skin sites, and performing venipuncture and skin punctures using aseptic techniques. The role also involves labeling specimens and transporting them to the laboratory for analysis. The Phlebotomist I works both independently and as part of a team, performing clerical and/or computer duties related to the laboratory, and ensuring timely specimen collection and routing. Maintaining professional relationships with patients, staff, and physicians is also a key aspect of this role. Duties may vary based on the assigned area and/or shift.

Requirements

• High School/GED
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented

Nice To Haves

• CPR Certification through the American Heart Association
• Phlebotomy Technician Certification (PBT)
• 6 months in a team orientated environment or customer service role
• Completion of formal structured phlebotomy program OR 3 months’ full-time phlebotomy experience or equivalent
• Experience working with an electronic medical record system, such as Epic
• Positive, professional attitude and demeanor
• Maintain composure while working under pressure; ability to perform job duties with frequent interruptions and/or distractions

Responsibilities

• Obtains blood and other specimens according to established policies and procedures from any location where patients may be present for laboratory testing
• Obtains needed supplies
• Verifies patient identification
• Prepares skin sites
• Performs venipuncture and skin punctures according to established aseptic techniques
• Labels specimens
• Transports specimens to laboratory for analysis
• Performs clerical and/or computer duties associated with the laboratory
• Provides timely specimen collection and routing of laboratory specimens
• Maintains professional relationships with patients, staff, and physicians

Benefits

• Comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees