Certified Phlebotomy Technician I - CPT

Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading medical facility as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I, performing essential blood specimen collections and clerical tasks in a supportive and dynamic laboratory environment. The role offers full-time hours with rotating holidays and weekends, ensuring a crucial service to the patient community while providing opportunities for professional development within a comprehensive benefits framework.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Current state certification preferred.
• BLS certification required within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform skin puncture or venipuncture for blood specimen collection.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
• Process laboratory specimens and assist with clerical duties.

Skills

Communication

Phlebotomy Technique

Clerical Duties

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

State certification (preferred)

Job description

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• Schedule: 4 am - 12:30 pm, 4:30am - 1 pm, and/or 5am - 1:30pm depending on department needs, every other weekend and rotating holidays.
• Location: Joliet, IL 60435
  
  

Overview

• Department: Laboratory
• Schedule: 4 am - 12:30 pm, 4:30am - 1 pm, and/or 5am - 1:30pm depending on department needs, every other weekend and rotating holidays.
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Joseph Hospital
• Location: Joliet, IL 60435
  
  

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

Responsibilities

The Certified 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 Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor. 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 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.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
• Current and valid state certification preferred.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, according to hospital requirement.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.
  
  

Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet 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 $16.00 to $23.17. 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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Medical Practices, and Hospitals and Health Care

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