Phlebotomist I

OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony Medical Center; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

2-year work commitment

Job summary

OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, IL is seeking a Phlebotomist I to obtain blood samples and other specimens according to established policies. The role involves labeling and transporting specimens, maintaining patient safety, and supporting lab operations.

The position offers an hourly pay range and a $2,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment, plus opportunities to work with Epic and other electronic medical records systems.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Experience with electronic medical records (Epic) preferred.
• CPR Certification through the American Heart Association and Phlebotomy Technician Certification (PBT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood specimens from patients according to established procedures.
• Label specimens and transport them to the laboratory for analysis.
• Maintain aseptic technique and verify patient identification during collection.
• Perform clerical and computer duties related to the laboratory operations.
• Work independently and as part of a team, adapting to varying shifts.

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $17.66 - $19.63/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

$2,000 Sign on Bonus (2 year work commitment)

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

The Phlebotomist I obtains blood and other specimens according to established policies and procedures from any location where patients may be present for laboratory testing. In doing so, obtains needed supplies, verifies patient identification, prepares skin sites, and performs venipuncture and skin punctures according to established aseptic techniques. Labels specimens and transports same to laboratory for analysis. This position works independently and as a part of a team, performs clerical and/or computer duties associated with the laboratory, and provides timely specimen collection and routing of laboratory specimens. Maintains professional relationships with patients, staff, and physicians. Duties may vary by assigned area and/or shift.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High School/GED

Other skills/knowledge

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

License/Certifications

• CPR Certification through the American Heart Association
• Phlebotomy Technician Certification (PBT)

Experience

• 6 months in a team orientated environment or customer service role.
• Completion of formal structured phlebotomy program OR 3 months' full-time phlebotomy experience or equivalent.
• Experience working with an electronic medical record system, such as Epic.
• Maintain composure while working under pressure; ability to perform job duties with frequent interruptions and/or distractions.

Other requirements/information

• Positive, professional attitude and demeanor.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.