Phlebotomist

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

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary benefit options

Job summary

Olympia Fields Hospital is seeking a non-certified phlebotomy technician to perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for blood specimen collection in the clinical laboratory. The role operates under the Laboratory Director/Manager/Supervisor and includes clerical duties, data entry, and multi-department coverage on evenings.

Education includes a High School Diploma or equivalent and BLS certification within 45 days; at least two years of clinical laboratory experience is

Qualifications

• Must have good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique for newborns to geriatric patients.
• Maintain knowledge of test terminology and accurate data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform skin puncture or venipuncture to obtain blood specimens for analysis.
• Work under supervision of Laboratory Director/Manager/Supervisor.
• Process specimens across microbiology, hematology, chemistry, blood bank and other areas.
• Stock and order supplies; maintain cleanliness of storage, equipment and work areas.
• May assist with sample pickup, transport, and multi-department coverage on evenings shift.
• May perform point-of-care testing after training and competency.

Skills

Good communication

Telephone etiquette

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification within 45 days

2 years clinical laboratory experience preferred

Job description

Responsibilities
The non-certified phlebotomy tech 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) performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties, 2) possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory, 3) demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner, 4) demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients, 5) processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens, 6) processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories, 7) stocks and orders routine supplies, 8) maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas, 9) processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures, 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) May work multi-departments for graveyard shift 12) May perform point of care testing after training and documented competency 13) Resolving staffing issues 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Responsibilities
The non-certified phlebotomy tech 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) performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties, 2) possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory, 3) demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner, 4) demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients, 5) processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens, 6) processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories, 7) stocks and orders routine supplies, 8) maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas, 9) processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures, 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) May work multi-departments for graveyard shift 12) May perform point of care testing after training and documented competency 13) Resolving staffing issues 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, required.
• 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
Evenings
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