Certified Phlebotomy Tech - Clinical Lab

Mercy Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician for full-time daytime hours in the Lab. The role requires accurate data entry, specimen collection from neonates to geriatric patients, and maintaining clean, organized storage areas.

You will perform phlebotomy on a range of specimens, process tests across microbiology, hematology, chemistry, and blood bank, stock supplies, and support multi-department workflow.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program or equivalent.
• Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician required.
• BLS certification within forty-five days of hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties and data entry in a laboratory setting.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique across patient ages.
• Process specimens for microbiology, immunology, hematology, chemistry, and blood bank.
• Prepare and load specimens for automated analyzers per procedures.
• Stock and order routine supplies; maintain cleanliness of storage areas.
• Assist with sample pickup, referrals, and multi-department support.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient interaction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training program

Phlebotomy Technician certification

BLS certification within 45 days

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

Department

Lab

Shift

Full-Time; Days; 5a-1:30p Rotating weekends

Facility

Mercy Medical Center

Location

Aurora, IL

Responsibilities

This individual: 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 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) may work multi-departments or night shift/graveyard shift. 12) may be delegated as a Phlebotomy Lead 13) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program or equivalent on-the-job training with documented competency required.
• Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician required.
• BLS certification within forty-five days of hire and maintained current, according to hospital requirement.
• Minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Pay Transparency

Mercy Medical Center 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 $17.33 to $25.09. 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/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf