Patient-First Phlebotomist — Full-Time Lab Tech

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Phlebotomist to provide expert phlebotomy services within a patient‑focused team. You will perform venipuncture, process specimens, and support accurate test ordering and results across multiple lab systems.

Responsibilities include maintaining specimen integrity, communicating with providers, and ensuring safe, compliant operations in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy skills and patient-focused service are required.
• Certification or documented training in phlebotomy is required.
• CMA certification or phlebotomy-specific credential is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and venipuncture per department standards.
• Enter orders and verify test results in multiple systems.
• Process specimens and ensure proper labeling, handling, and transport.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

CMA certification

Tools

EMR systems

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Phlebotomist to provide expert phlebotomy services within a patient‑focused team. You will perform venipuncture, process specimens, and support accurate test ordering and results across multiple lab systems.

Responsibilities include maintaining specimen integrity, communicating with providers, and ensuring safe, compliant operations in a fast-paced hospital setting.