Clinic - Phlebotomist

Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group • Olympia Fields, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Technician I primarily perform 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 Clinic Practice Manager. The PT I; 1) performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties, 2) possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory, 3) demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner, 4) demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients, 5) processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens, 6) processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories, 7) stocks and orders routine supplies, 8) maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas, 9) processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures, 10) May be assist to Pick up samples at hospital/ OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.. 11) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Minimum 1 year clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties
• possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory
• demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner
• demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients
• processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens
• processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories
• stocks and orders routine supplies
• maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas
• processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures
• May be assist to Pick up samples at hospital/ OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.
• other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Benefits

• Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs.
• Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options.
• A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $XX.XX to $XX.XX.
• The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
• The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs.
• Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.
• Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

What This Job Offers

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