Compassionate Phlebotomist: Blood Draw & Lab Support

Advocate Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Park Ridge, IL seeks a Phlebotomist to verify patient identity, perform venipuncture, and collect specimens across age groups. You will ensure proper labeling, handle requests, and support billing and QA processes.

Candidate should have basic computer skills, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma required; 1 year phlebotomy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy and ability to use common software.
• Accurate keyboarding and data entry capabilities.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service orientation when interacting with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identification prior to specimen collection.
• Performs venipuncture and collects specimens from patients of all ages.
• Ensures specimens are properly labeled and ready for testing.
• Answers phone calls and assists with inventory and supplies.
• Receives and processes specimens from internal and external customers.
• Orders and verifies test requests and documents information for QA.
• Reviews reports and assists with billing and related functions.
• Instructs employees and students in phlebotomy and data entry.
• Demonstrates knowledge to provide care appropriate to patient age group.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Keyboarding

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Park Ridge, IL seeks a Phlebotomist to verify patient identity, perform venipuncture, and collect specimens across age groups. You will ensure proper labeling, handle requests, and support billing and QA processes.

Candidate should have basic computer skills, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma required; 1 year phlebotomy experience preferred.