Phlebotomist - Inpatient, Full-Time, Nights

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is looking for a dedicated Phlebotomist to ensure patient comfort while accurately collecting blood specimens. This role involves venipuncture, point of care testing, and educating patients on non-blood specimen collection.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and phlebotomy certification or relevant experience. Experience with lab specimens and a familiarity with medical EMR systems is preferred.

We offer comprehensive benefits to support employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification from an accredited program or equivalent experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects blood specimens using venipuncture or micro techniques.
• Maintains patient flow and prepares necessary documentation.
• Performs quality assurance on medical equipment.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

Experience with lab specimens

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to maintain patient comfort

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Centrifuge

EMR systems

Job description

Description

The Phlebotomist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Phlebotomist provides technically expert phlebotomy service by accurately collecting blood specimens by venipuncture or micro techniques for laboratory analysis. This role must consistently demonstrate concern and understanding of the patient and promote their comfort and well-being while obtaining specimens. This position provides point of care testing, collects various non-blood specimens, and performs check‑in responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients, maintains patient flow, completes accurate voucher information, prepares labels and verifies patient demographic data.
• Assesses the condition of patients to determine the most effective way to obtain samples.
• Verifies test requests and investigates ambiguous information before proceeding.
• Prepares appropriate supplies and obtains sample.
• Instructs patients in the collection of various non-blood specimens (urine culture, 24‑hour urines, ova/parasites and stools).
• Ensures accurate voucher information, prepares completed samples for courier, and processes drop‑offs.
• Investigates lost, broken, mislabeled, incorrectly identified or otherwise unsatisfactory specimens and follows through to resolution.
• Verifies that supplies and stock are adequate and disseminated upon delivery.
• Answers phone, and responds appropriately to requests for information.
• Maintains and performs quality assurance on equipment (centrifuge, refrigerator, incubator).
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification through a nationally recognized organization or training from a phlebotomy school or medical institution or one or more years of phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting or CMA certification.

Preferred

• Experience performing phlebotomy on a broad range of patient’s types.
• Experience with processing lab specimens, transferring specimens, and handling a centrifuge.
• Familiar with medical EMR systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.