Phlebotomist

Jobtailor; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform blood collections via venipuncture, prepare specimens for testing, and maintain patient logs. The role includes patient service, clerical duties, and travel to additional sites as needed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, national phlebotomy certification or eligibility, and preferred phlebotomy or healthcare experience with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• National Phlebotomy Certification or qualified to sit for phlebotomy certification exam preferred.
• Prior experience as a Phlebotomist OR graduation from a certified phlebotomy school with healthcare work experience preferred.
• Moderate knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills preferred.
• Ability to work Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts 7:00am–6:00pm with rotating Saturdays 8:00am–12:00pm.
• Travel to additional sites when needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collections by venipuncture for all age groups.
• Prepare collected specimens for testing and analysis.
• Maintain patient and specimen information logs.
• Provide customer service to patients.
• Perform clerical duties as necessary.
• Travel to additional sites when needed.

Skills

Blood Collection

Venipuncture Technique

Medical Terminology

Customer Service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

National Phlebotomy Certification or eligible to sit for exam

Phlebotomy school + healthcare experience preferred

Job description

Perform blood collections by venipuncture technique for all age groups
Prepare collected specimens for testing and analysis
Maintain patient and specimen information logs
Provide customer service to patients
Perform clerical duties as necessary
Travel to additional sites when needed

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent required
• National Phlebotomy Certification or qualified to sit for phlebotomy certification exam preferred
• Prior experience as a Phlebotomist OR an equivalent combination of graduation from a certified phlebotomy school coupled with work experience in a healthcare field preferred
• Moderate knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills preferred
• Ability to work Monday–Friday, scheduled 8-hour shifts varying between 7:00am–6:00pm, with rotating Saturdays 8:00am–12:00pm
• Travel to additional sites when needed

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in blood collection techniques and specimen preparation while maintaining accurate patient information logs. Strong communication skills and customer service orientation are essential for interacting with patients and performing clerical duties.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Blood Collection
• Venipuncture Technique
• National Phlebotomy Certification
• Medical Terminology
• Customer Service

Hard Skills

• Blood Collection
• Venipuncture Technique
• Specimen Preparation
• Patient Information Management
• Clerical Duties

Soft Skills

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• National Phlebotomy Certification

Industry Keywords

• Healthcare
• Patient Care
• Phlebotomy
• Medical Terminology