Phlebotomist II

Spectraforce Technologies; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking a Phlebotomist for a 3-month assignment in Chicago, IL. The role involves venipuncture, specimen handling, labeling, and ensuring accurate processing of specimens in a busy lab environment.

Responsibilities include communicating results to patients and adhering to OSHA/DEH safety procedures, with travel within the Chicago area as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid state phlebotomy certification, where applicable.
• Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Experience performing venipuncture and specimen collection using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Properly label, collect, process, centrifuge, split, freeze, and store specimens according to test requirements.
• Match laboratory requisition forms, computer labels, and specimen tubes to physician orders with 100% accuracy.
• Carefully review physician orders and test requisitions to ensure correct specimen collection and processing.
• Explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process clearly, courteously, and professionally to patients.
• Collect and handle blood, urine, fecal, and other specimens according to established procedures.
• Package and prepare specimens for laboratory transportation, maintaining required temperature and specimen integrity.
• Record equipment maintenance, decontamination, and specimen-processing data accurately.
• Update and maintain patient information and laboratory records.
• Follow established protocols for specimen storage, handling, labeling, and transportation.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and laboratory safety procedures.
• Attend required annual departmental training and maintain knowledge of current procedures.
• Answer telephone calls and provide laboratory results/information as appropriate while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Skills

Venipuncture

Specimen handling

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Phlebotomist

Location: PSC 233 E. Erie St. suite 602

Chicago, IL 60611.

Duration: 3 months

Schedule: 7am to 8pm M-F

Travel: The territory is mostly within Chicago but does go as far as Willowbrook IL

• Vaccination: Hepatitis B
• TB
• MMR
• T-DAP
• Flu
• Varicella
• COVID-19

Summary

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations.

Position Responsibilities

• Experience performing venipuncture and specimen collection using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Properly label, collect, process, centrifuge, split, freeze, and store specimens according to test requirements.
• Match laboratory requisition forms, computer labels, and specimen tubes to physician orders with 100% accuracy.
• Carefully review physician orders and test requisitions to ensure correct specimen collection and processing.
• Explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process clearly, courteously, and professionally to patients.
• Collect and handle blood, urine, fecal, and other specimens according to established procedures.
• Package and prepare specimens for laboratory transportation, maintaining required temperature and specimen integrity.
• Record equipment maintenance, decontamination, and specimen-processing data accurately.
• Update and maintain patient information and laboratory records.
• Follow established protocols for specimen storage, handling, labeling, and transportation.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and laboratory safety procedures.
• Attend required annual departmental training and maintain knowledge of current procedures.
• Answer telephone calls and provide laboratory results/information as appropriate while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid state-required phlebotomy certification, where applicable.
• Experience: Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred/Required Experience: 2-4 years of relevant experience, as applicable.

Key Screening Points

• How many draws are required daily? -40/60
• What is the work environment? -IOP/PSC
• If this is a patient service center, how big is the location? Yes 2+
• How long is the worker expected to stand? -8Hours
• Are there any specialties? -Yes Peds
• Will this person work with a team or alone? -Both
• How many weeks of training is required at the start of this role 2on site training