Phlebotomist I - Per Diem Float

Southern Illinois Healthcare; Herrin (IL); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to collect and process patient specimens under supervision. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, registering patients, labeling and transporting specimens, and maintaining a clean station to support both outpatient and inpatient needs.

The role requires a high school diploma with technical phlebotomy training; prior experience is preferred. Training on the laboratory information system will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with basic phlebotomy training.
• Prior venipuncture and specimen labeling experience preferred.
• Ability to register patients and manage specimens in the lab system.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic venipunctures and capillary collections.
• Register patients and specimens in the laboratory system.
• Label specimens according to policy.
• Transport specimens to the lab.
• Maintain supplies and cleanliness of phlebotomy stations.
• Assist with outpatient and inpatient phlebotomy needs.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Specimen handling

Patient registration

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

**Position Summary** • Responsible for collecting and processing patient specimens for the diagnosis and treatment of disease under the supervision of a Medical Technician, Medical Technologist, Section Supervisor, Clinical Laboratory Manager, or Medical Director. **Education** • High School diploma**Licenses and Certification** • N/A**Experience and Skills** • Technical Experience: 6 months specialized training preferred.**Role Specific Responsibilities*** Perform basic venipunctures and capillary collections.* Register patients and specimens in the laboratory system.* Label specimens according to policy.* Transport specimens to the lab.* Maintain supplies and cleanliness of phlebotomy stations.* Assist with outpatient and inpatient phlebotomy needs.**Compensation (Commensurate with experience):**$17.37To$26.06To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below:http://www.sih.net/careers/benefits