Phlebotomist

Jobtailor; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform blood collections by venipuncture for patients of all ages, and to prepare specimens for testing. The role requires accurate patient and specimen data handling and a commitment to quality customer service.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and certification in phlebotomy or eligibility to sit for the exam; prior phlebotomy experience or certified training in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• National Phlebotomy Certification or eligible to sit for exam preferred.
• Phlebotomy training or experience in healthcare preferred.
• Moderate knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Blood Collection

Venipuncture Technique

Customer Service

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

National Phlebotomy Certification or Eligible

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 superior customer service to all 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
• Travel to additional sites when needed
• Travel between Westmont and Elmhurst required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in blood collection techniques, including venipuncture, while maintaining accurate patient and specimen information. Provides exceptional customer service and possesses strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and healthcare teams.

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

Soft Skills

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• National Phlebotomy Certification

Industry Keywords

• Healthcare
• Phlebotomy
• Patient Care