Phlebotomist I (Rotating Shift)

Lurie Children's Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) with 5% employer match

Paid time off and holidays

HSA contributions

Job summary

Lurie Children's Hospital is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to collect blood specimens using venipuncture and capillary methods, work with EMR/LIS, and support quality and customer service goals across the laboratory. You will verify orders, manage labels, and maintain supplies in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, formal phlebotomy/medical assistant training, and certification within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or medical technology preferred.
• Formal phlebotomy/Medical Assistant training required; certification within 6 months of hire.
• Certification in phlebotomy (ASCP, NHA, NPA) or equivalent required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood specimens using venipuncture or capillary methods and assist with sweat testing as needed.
• Verify orders and codes with providers; manage EMR/LIS workflows and labeling.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and ensure proper storage of specimens.
• Answer calls and provide lab information per policy; ensure patient identification accuracy.
• Ensure safety, infection control, and competency through annual trainings.
• Assist with orientation and training of new staff and participate in ongoing education.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient specimen collection

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

Formal phlebotomy/Medical Assistant training

PBT-ASCP or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire)

Tools

EMR systems

LIS

Job description

Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

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

• Obtains blood specimens from patients using standardized venipuncture, capillary puncture and specialized procedures. May collect specimens by iontophoresis for sweat chloride testing.
• Verifies orders and diagnosis codes with the ordering physician as needed. Releases orders from EMR/orders tests in LIS. Prints labels and forms. Identifies patients using two patient identifiers and affixes patient ID band. Schedules appointments and/or completes check-in/out procedure and end-of-session audits in EMR system when necessary.
• Maintains an appropriate inventory of supplies.
• Answers telephone and provides information in accordance with laboratory policy.
• Keeps refrigerators and freezers clean and organized. Disinfects counter tops, phlebotomy chair and equipment according to the hospital and departmental guidelines.
• Supports new staff in orientation and training. Participates in continuing education and mandatory programs. Successfully completes annual competency skill assessments.
• Complies with safety, hazardous materials, standard precautions, and infection control policies.
• Communicates any problems or deviations from established protocol to Manager and documents in safety event reporting system.
• Communicates effectively with patient, parents, physicians, ancillary hospital employees and team members.
• Performs 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 our patients, families, co-workers and others.
• Displays professional appearance. Promotes professional environment, including emphasis on cleanliness and safety.
• 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.

Education

High School Diploma/GED (Required)

(PBT-ASCP) - Phlebotomy Technician - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification

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. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children's offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.

Benefit Statement

• 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

Various voluntary benefits:

• 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

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children's”), 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. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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.

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