Phlebotomist II

Nevada System of Higher Education; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Career growth

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Endeavor Health in the Arlington Heights area is hiring a Phlebotomist II for a part-time role at Northwest Community Hospital. The position involves venipuncture and specimen collection for all ages, with responsibilities across processing and customer service.

The role uses HIS/LIS systems, supports training, and requires good communication and organizational skills. Education is a high school diploma or GED; CPR-BLS is required; phlebotomy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred but not required; CPR-BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from AHA required.
• One year of phlebotomy experience required.
• Good communication, organization, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently performs venipuncture and capillary specimen collection for inpatients and outpatients of all ages.
• Collects body fluids or other samples as needed (nasal/throat swabs, breath samples).
• Operates HIS and LIS and other resources to address lab service needs.
• Prepares and assists in processing of blood and body fluid samples.
• Assists in orientation and training of phlebotomy staff and students.
• Address problems and notify leads as needed.
• Assist with inventory management duties.
• Ensure timely and appropriate response to laboratory service requests.
• Maintain professional appearance and customer-focused conduct.

Skills

Good communication

Organization skills

Moderate computer skills

Strong customer service skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$19.31 - $28.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate’s expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Phlebotomist II
• Location: Northwest Community Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time: Part Time, 20 hours
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30pm - 6am, rotating weekends and holidays

What you will do:

• Proficiently performs accurate venipuncture and capillary specimen collection for all inpatients and outpatients for all age groups.
• May be responsible for collection of body fluid or other samples including, nasal and throat swabs, and breath samples.
• Operates and utilizes the H.I.S and L.I.S. and other available resources to appropriately address the needs of the lab service areas and their clientele
• Prepares and assists in the processing of blood and body fluid samples per established guidelines.
• Assist in the orientation and training of phlebotomy staff and students.
• Applies skills and experience to identify and address problems as they arise and notifies lead/supervisory personnel as needed.
• Assists with inventory management duties as assigned.
• Ensures that all customer requests for Laboratory services are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Provides phone coverage and understands the importance of professional appearance and behavior in conducting oneself in a customer-oriented manner in accordance with the hospital’s mission.

What you will need:

• Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Certification: Phlebotomy certification preferred but not required and CPR-BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from AHA required.
• Experience: One year of phlebotomy experience required.
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Good communication and organization skills, moderate computer skills needed, strong customer service skills

Benefits:

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website www.endeavorhealth.org to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.