Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Prime Healthcare; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin, part of Prime Healthcare, seeks a Certified Phlebotomy Technician for per diem coverage. The role involves performing skin puncture and venipuncture across ages, with data entry and proper specimen handling under supervision.

Expect involvement in multiple departments and possible night shifts. Requirements include high school diploma, formal phlebotomy training, and certification, plus BLS within 45 days of hire.

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.
• Minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for blood specimens.
• Enter data, file, and communicate with patients and staff.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique and use of equipment.
• Process specimens across microbiology, chemistry, hematology, and blood bank departments.
• Stock and maintain supplies and cleanliness of storage/work areas.
• May assist with sample pickup, lab sorting, and reference referrals.
• May work across departments or night shifts as needed.
• Potential to serve as Phlebotomy Lead.
• Other tasks may be assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Telephone etiquette

Clerical duties

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy training program

Phlebotomy Technician Certification

BLS certification

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

Specimen handling

Job description

Responsibilities

• The Certified Phlebotomy Technician 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 Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor.
• 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

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

Pay Transparency

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $22.18. 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

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

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