Phlebotomist

Prime Healthcare; Olympia Fields (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympia Fields Hospital seeks a Phlebotomy Technician II to perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages under supervision. You will collect specimens for analysis and support multiple laboratory sections as needed.

Responsibilities include data entry, specimen processing, supply stocking, equipment upkeep, and occasional cross-department shifts. Full-time daytime role with benefits offered by Prime Healthcare.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and current.
• Minimum of two years of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform computer data entry, filing, telephones and clerical tasks.
• Know test terminology used in the laboratory.
• Demonstrate good communication and telephone etiquette with patients.
• Perform phlebotomy on newborns to geriatric patients using proper technique.
• Process specimens for microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank.
• Process specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
• Stock and order routine supplies; maintain storage areas and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators and work areas.
• Load specimens on automated instrumentation per policy.
• Assist with sample pickups, sorting, inventory, and related tasks across departments.
• May work multi-departments for graveyard shift.
• May perform point-of-care testing after training and competency.
• Resolve staffing issues and other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma

BLS certification

2+ years clinical lab experience

Job description

Responsibilities

The Phlebotomy Technician II primarily perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor. The PT I;

1. 1) performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties,
2. 2) possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory,
3. 3) demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner,
4. 4) demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients,
5. 5) processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens,
6. 6) processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories,
7. 7) stocks and orders routine supplies,
8. 8) maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas,
9. 9) processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures,
10. 10) May assist to Pick up samples at hospital/ OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc..
11. 11) May work multi-departments for graveyard shift
12. 12) May perform point of care testing after training and documented competency
13. 13) Resolving staffing issues
14. 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. 1. High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
2. 2. BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, required.
3. 3. Minimum of two (2) years of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Pay Transparency

Olympia Fields Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $17.28 to $25.03. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf