Dynamic Phlebotomist: Fast-Paced Lab & Patient Care

Advocate Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Park Ridge, IL, is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venipuncture and collect specimens across all age groups with strict attention to labeling and patient safety.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year of phlebotomy experience preferred, and solid computer and communication skills. This on-site position supports billing and daily lab operations within a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills including experience using computer software applications.
• Keyboarding and typing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good listening skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated customer service skills to interface effectively with physicians, patients, visitors, and other healthcare employees.

Responsibilities

• Verifies positive patient identification to ensure patient safety during specimen procurement.
• Performs venipuncture and collects specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients.
• Obtains specimens according to priority and scheduled draw times.
• Ensures specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing; resolves identification issues.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer software applications

Job description

Advocate Health in Park Ridge, IL, is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venipuncture and collect specimens across all age groups with strict attention to labeling and patient safety.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year of phlebotomy experience preferred, and solid computer and communication skills. This on-site position supports billing and daily lab operations within a fast-paced healthcare setting.