Phlebotomist - Outpatient, Full-Time, Days

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join their healthcare team in Chicago. This role requires a commitment to patient care and excellent communication skills. As a Phlebotomist, you will perform vital tasks such as venipuncture collection, specimen processing, and ensuring patient safety. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, focused on delivering exceptional healthcare services. With competitive benefits including tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

401(k) Matching

Lifecycle Benefits

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy certification and healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and lab specimen collections.
• Process specimens to maintain sample integrity.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy Certification

Tools

Medical EMR Systems

Job description

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Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. Northwestern Medicine prides itself on providing competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits, to support our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job 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 expert phlebotomy services and must demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills. The phlebotomist must have the ability to function as part of a highly effective team that consistently puts “Patients First”.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to venipuncture collection, specimen processing, order entry in multiple systems, verification of test result receipt, patient information retrieval, and lab reception/clerical duties.

**Responsibilities:**

• Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age-related standards and departmental policies.
• Demonstrates AIDET model and optimizes patient safety to reduce errors.
• Receives and reviews physician orders; ensures all necessary information is included for lab services.
• Provides appropriate post-phlebotomy patient care.
• Processes specimens promptly to maintain sample integrity, including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and packaging.
• Reviews refrigerator temperatures and QC/QA records, reports issues appropriately.
• Operates and maintains lab equipment; follows up on outstanding orders and communicates as needed.
• Notifies Laboratory and/or Physician of specimen procurement issues.
• Maintains a safe work environment, adhering to biohazard waste procedures.
• Performs clerical duties such as order entry, result verification, patient info retrieval, and inventory management.
• Uses resources efficiently and participates in cost-reduction efforts.
• Completes continuing education and competency assessments.
• Demonstrates teamwork and professional interaction.
• Applies critical thinking and sound judgment in challenging situations.
• Complies with organizational policies on ethical practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications:**
Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification from a recognized organization, training from a medical institution, or one or more years of healthcare experience; CMA certification is also acceptable.

Preferred:

• Experience with diverse patient populations in phlebotomy.
• Experience with lab specimen processing and handling centrifuges.
• Familiarity with medical EMR systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

**Additional Information:**
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, sex, race, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.

Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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