Phlebotomist: 20 Hours Per Week (AM)

Alverno Laboratories; Olympia Fields (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory network in the Midwest is seeking a dedicated individual for a role focused on collecting and processing blood specimens. The position involves various laboratory office duties and requires a high school diploma along with phlebotomy experience. Candidates should be willing to travel to different locations and handle specimens according to established procedures. Join us in improving health and wellness in the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• Previous phlebotomy experience and/or training required.
• Background in a medical laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens and perform laboratory office duties.
• Process specimens and manage paperwork.
• Handle blood, body fluids, and urine specimens.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Shift: 2:30 AM - 6:30 AM; Weekend and/or Holiday Rotation

We are a highly reliable scientific organization committed to building a culture of service. Our mission is to improve the health, wellness, and continuity of care in the communities we serve. We are one of the largest integrated laboratory networks serving hospitals in the Midwest region, including 32 hospitals and multiple physician offices.

What Will You Do

This role involves collecting blood specimens, performing laboratory office duties, and processing laboratory specimens. Office duties include registering patients, accurately entering data into the computer system, accessioning specimens, answering calls, and managing paperwork. Specimen processing includes preparing specimens for testing or for transfer to the central or reference laboratories. The role also involves handling blood, body fluids, and urine specimens according to established procedures, and performing limited waived and non-waived POC tests as authorized by the Laboratory Director. In some facilities, this individual may also act as a driver and participate in on-call rotations.

What We Are Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous phlebotomy experience and/or training
• Background in a medical laboratory and/or knowledge of medical terminology (preferred)
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Willingness to travel/drive to other locations if required