Phlebotomist I (Rotating Shift)

10 HOSP Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,442,752 - 81,664,128; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and life

Health Savings Account contribution

Paid Time Off

403(b) with employer match

Tuition assistance and student loan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a phlebotomist to perform venipuncture, collect and process specimens, and support the lab and hospital computer systems. You will verify orders, release results in LIS/EMR, and maintain supplies in a busy pediatric setting.

Shifts may start as early as 6:00 a.m. and extend to 11:00 p.m., with hourly pay ranging from $19 to $28.50 depending on experience and market conditions. Full benefits are provided for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience handling patient interactions with empathy.
• Certification in phlebotomy required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood specimens from patients using venipuncture or capillary methods.
• Verify orders and diagnoses with the physician as needed.
• Release test orders in the LIS/EMR systems and print labels.
• Identify patients using two identifiers and verify patient ID bands.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and ensure clean, organized work areas.
• Assist with training new staff and participate in continuing education.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or medical technology preferred

Phlebotomy certification (nationally accredited) within 6 months of hire

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of procedures and services including the collection and distribution of patient specimens. Works with both the laboratory and hospital information systems. Functions as a team member and actively supports the Hospital’s Continuous Quality and Customer Service goals through modeling appropriate behavior and providing a work environment conducive to attaining these goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Obtain blood specimens from patients using standardized venipuncture, capillary puncture and specialized procedures.
• May collect specimens by iontophoresis for sweat chloride testing.
• Verify orders and diagnosis codes with the ordering physician as needed.
• Release orders from EMR/orders tests in LIS.
• Print labels and forms.
• Identify patients using two patient identifiers and affix patient ID band.
• Schedule appointments and/or complete check-in/out procedure and end-of-session audits in EMR system when necessary.
• Maintain an appropriate inventory of supplies.
• Answer telephone and provide information in accordance with laboratory policy.
• Keep refrigerators and freezers clean and organized.
• Disinfect counter tops, phlebotomy chair and equipment according to the hospital and departmental guidelines.
• Support new staff in orientation and training.
• Participate in continuing education and mandatory programs.
• Successfully complete annual competency skill assessments.
• Comply with safety, hazardous materials, standard precautions, and infection control policies.
• Communicate any problems or deviations from established protocol to Manager and document in safety event reporting system.
• Communicate effectively with patient, parents, physicians, ancillary hospital employees and team members.
• Perform job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to patients, families, co-workers and others.
• Display professional appearance.
• Promote professional environment, including emphasis on cleanliness and safety.
• Perform other job functions as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or medical technology preferred.
• Formal training as Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist required; successful completion of phlebotomist competencies.
• Required nationally accredited certification in phlebotomy, PBT (ASCP, NHA, NPA) or equivalent. Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire, kept current and maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to resolve problems with the utilization of appropriate resources, to make informed decisions and handle complex inquiries in a courteous and timely manner; to work in a fast-paced, time critical department.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated knowledge of Hospital and laboratory computer systems required.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with a diverse population of patients.

Shift

Work hours may vary based on the operational needs of the laboratory. Shifts can begin as early as 6:00 a.m. and end as late as 11:00 p.m.

Pay Range

$19.00-$28.50 hourly. At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability, Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance, Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits, Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

EEO Statement

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints—recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.