Onsite Phlebotomist — High-Volume Blood Draws & Patient Care

UChicago Medicine; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine Medical Group in Chesterton, IN, seeks a Registry Phlebotomist to draw blood and verify patient information for outpatient collections. The role requires follow-through on labeling, specimen handling, and urine collection instructions, working 7:30am-4:00pm onsite.

The candidate should have phlebotomy training, 3–4 years of experience, CPR, and strong communication skills to interact with patients and staff. ASCP is preferred. Onsite at Chesterton Cardiology Clinic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Training in phlebotomy from an accredited program; 3-4 years of practical experience with references.
• Thorough knowledge of asepsis; manual dexterity and accuracy.
• Ability to follow directions and established procedures with attention to detail.
• Demonstrate ability to utilize institutional computer systems.
• Demonstrate ability to interact effectively with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare workers.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and document appropriately, perform in stressful situations; handle large volumes of patients within narrow timeframes (up to 75-100 patients per day).
• Ability to stand, stoop, push, lift and walk distances up to 6 city blocks in length.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and skin punctures with expertise and in a customer service oriented fashion, adhering to all established policies and procedures.
• Conducts on-site laboratory tests on specimens as required.
• Properly prepares, labels and packages specimens for delivery through pneumatic tube system.
• Stocks blood drawing area and inventories supplies for reordering.
• Cleans/sterilizes equipment, instruments, and work area following safety, cleanliness, and infection control procedures.
• Administers glucose tolerance tests and schedules subsequent draws according to dosage times.
• Provides accurate collection instructions for random urine specimens and process according to policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Interpersonal skills

CPR certification

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Accredited phlebotomy program

Tools

ASCP certification

Job description

UChicago Medicine Medical Group in Chesterton, IN, seeks a Registry Phlebotomist to draw blood and verify patient information for outpatient collections. The role requires follow-through on labeling, specimen handling, and urine collection instructions, working 7:30am-4:00pm onsite.

The candidate should have phlebotomy training, 3–4 years of experience, CPR, and strong communication skills to interact with patients and staff. ASCP is preferred. Onsite at Chesterton Cardiology Clinic.