Phlebotomist, Outpatient - Full-Time, Day Shift

University of Chicago • Chicago, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist works in the Nursing Outpatient Phlebotomy department at University of Chicago Medicine, drawing blood under minimal supervision. This is a 100% onsite position based at the Hyde Park campus in the greater Chicagoland area. The role involves collecting blood from patients of all ages in DCAM and Comer II using Epic Beaker, administering glucose tolerance testing, instructing patients on urine collection, and helping patients reach the draw room. The phlebotomist may also assist in other areas of UChicago Medicine–Hyde Park as needed.

The position is full-time, approximately 40 hours per week, on a day schedule generally from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with Saturday hours from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Scheduled days vary, and weekend work (Saturday and/or Sunday) is expected every other week. On-call shifts are not scheduled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy program.
• Ability to perform venipunctures and capillary punctures according to CLSI guidelines.
• Thorough knowledge of asepsis, manual dexterity, and accuracy.
• Ability to follow directions and established procedures with attention to detail.
• Ability to use institutional computer systems.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare workers.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to complete tasks accurately and document appropriately.
• Ability to perform in stressful situations and handle large patient volumes within narrow timeframes.
• Ability to stand, stoop, push, lift, and walk distances up to six city blocks.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy (ASCP) certification or eligibility.
• One to two years of practical phlebotomy experience with references.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures using Epic Beaker/Rover, following established policies and procedures and providing customer-oriented service.
• Package specimens for delivery through the pneumatic tube system and hand-deliver them when required.
• Provide collection instructions to patients and receive self-collected samples, such as urine samples.
• Check in patients and assist them to the draw room as needed.
• Stock blood-drawing areas and carts, and keep work areas clean, safe, and sterile.
• Assist in resolving patient order issues and communicate collection issues to appropriate clinic staff.
• Interact with patients, colleagues, and staff from other hospitals with exceptional customer service.
• Assist in other areas of UChicago Medicine–Hyde Park as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED