Phlebotomist (Days)

Simple Laboratories; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time Off (PTO)

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Critical Illness insurance

Job summary

Simple Laboratories in Chicago, IL is hiring an experienced Full-time on-site Phlebotomist for our south side hospital lab location. The ideal candidate is phlebotomy certified, MA or nurse, and enjoys a collaborative team-oriented environment while delivering excellent patient care.

Schedule is 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM with alternating weekends; duties include venipuncture, specimen labeling, and maintaining precise records. Benefits include healthcare, PTO, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy knowledge and practice.
• Strong communication with patients.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in labeling and records.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients using ID and documents.
• Select venipuncture method by patient age.
• Draw blood with sterile equipment and ensure sample quality.
• Label, process, and package samples for courier delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of specimens and tests.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy Certification

Medical Assistant (MA) Certification

Job description

Simple Laboratories is looking for an experienced Full-time on-site Phlebotomist for our Chicago south side hospital lab location. The ideal candidate is phlebotomy certified, MA or nurse, and enjoys working in a dynamic and collaborative team-oriented environment, while performing optimal patient care.

Schedule

Days 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM with alternating weekends (hours vary by need)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure identification of patients and their personal information using their ID, documents, or other means.
• Determine the right venipuncture method based on patients' age.
• Reassure patients and help them relax.
• Find veins that are suitable for venipuncture.
• Draw blood using sterilized needles, vials, and other equipment.
• Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples.
• Label samples correctly, process, package for courier delivery to the lab.
• Answer patient questions and provide useful information.
• Keep accurate records on fluid specimens and tests.
• Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working.

Minimum Qualifications: (knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Three (3) years phlebotomy
• Certified Phlebotomy Certificate Preferred or MA
• High School or equivalent
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Detail oriented
• Must follow dress code; scrubs while performing phlebotomy or similar covering.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and compassion.

Requirements

• Phlebotomy Certification or Medical Assistant Certification with Phlebotomy training
• Flexible with availability
• Basic computer skills a must
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time Off (PTO)
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness insurance

About Simple Laboratories LLC:

Simple Laboratories provides laboratory diagnostic testing and related services in the Midwest of the United States. Certified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program (CLIA), Simple Laboratories is a full-service, clinical laboratory offering a comprehensive test menu and wide-ranging services to support physician offices and surgical centers. The company specializes in routine testing services, including blood chemistry analysis, urinalysis, blood cell count, thyroid testing, Pap testing, HIV / STI testing, and microbiology culture / procedure.

The company is headquartered in Chicago, IL. We have a dedicated and passionate team of lab technicians, specimen processors, technology, sales and administrative staff throughout Illinois and Northwest Indiana and are looking for a candidate who can make an impact on the organization. If you're looking to join a massive organization and hide, don't come here. Our employees are engaged, work hard and want to make a difference in the world.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not indeed to be considered an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills of the people so classified.