Evening Lab Assistant: Phlebotomy & Specimen Prep

1002 Adventist Midwest Management Services; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Illinois seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to join our laboratory team on a evening schedule. You will collect specimens, perform preanalytical tasks, process samples and support quality assurance while ensuring patient safety and accurate data entry.

The role requires strong English communication, ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, and flexibility for nights and weekends. Training and full benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; phlebotomy training preferred.
• Ability to read and write in English; clear communication with patients and staff.
• Proficiency with basic computer programs and data entry.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team; flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Collects patient, physician, and test order information to create accounts and verify identifications.
• Performs blood specimen collection (venipuncture and capillary) and preanalytical processing.
• Loads instruments, delivers specimens, and performs basic quality assurance tasks.
• Maintains safety, PPE usage, and infection control practices; assists with testing workflows.
• Trains and supports staff as needed and communicates test results accurately.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication

English proficiency

Computer skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Typing 30 wpm

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Technical/Vocational School

Phlebotomy training program preferred

Tools

Transfusion Information System

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Illinois seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to join our laboratory team on a evening schedule. You will collect specimens, perform preanalytical tasks, process samples and support quality assurance while ensuring patient safety and accurate data entry.

The role requires strong English communication, ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, and flexibility for nights and weekends. Training and full benefits are provided.