Clinical Lab Technician: Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing

Advocate Aurora Health; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a phlebotomy technician to collect and process patient blood samples by venipuncture or capillary puncture. You will assist with specimen handling, registration, and provide courteous phone support to patient care areas.

The role requires knowledge of lab techniques and safety practices, with proficiency in lab information systems and a commitment to accurate documentation and cross‑contamination prevention.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; phlebotomy certification preferred where phlebotomy is a duty.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques and testing procedures.
• Familiarity with lab equipment, cleaning and sterilization processes.
• Ability to interpret basic medical terminology for staff communication.
• Proficiency with computer systems and hospital information systems.
• Understanding of safety policies, universal precautions and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Collects and processes patient blood samples by venipuncture or capillary puncture.
• Process nonblood specimens accurately and timely.
• Assist in specimen preparation, receipt and transport of specimens.
• Perform patient registration and provide polite phone support to care areas.
• Maintain documentation and labeling of specimens per standards.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory techniques

Laboratory equipment

Medical terminology

Computer systems

Safety & PPE

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a phlebotomy technician to collect and process patient blood samples by venipuncture or capillary puncture. You will assist with specimen handling, registration, and provide courteous phone support to patient care areas.

The role requires knowledge of lab techniques and safety practices, with proficiency in lab information systems and a commitment to accurate documentation and cross‑contamination prevention.