Phlebotomist - Outpatient, Part-Time, Days

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to patient care and employee support. As a Phlebotomist, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate specimen collection and processing, all while delivering exceptional service to patients. This position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact the quality of care. With competitive benefits like tuition reimbursement and 401(k) matching, this is an opportunity to grow both professionally and personally. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and lab specimen collections per standards.
• Process specimens promptly and maintain lab equipment.
• Communicate specimen procurement issues to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

EMR systems

Lab Equipment

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. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits such as 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 regulatory standards.

The Phlebotomist provides expert phlebotomy services, demonstrating excellent customer service and communication skills. Must work effectively as part of a team that prioritizes “Patients First”.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to venipuncture collection, specimen processing, order entry, verification of test results, patient information retrieval, and clerical duties.

Responsibilities:

1. Performs phlebotomy and lab specimen collections per standards and departmental policies.
2. Utilizes AIDET model to enhance patient safety and care.
3. Receives and reviews physician orders; ensures completeness and accuracy.
4. Provides post-phlebotomy patient care and communication.
5. Processes specimens promptly, including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and packaging.
6. Monitors refrigerator temperatures and QC/QA records, reporting issues accordingly.
7. Operates and maintains lab equipment properly.
8. Communicates specimen procurement issues to appropriate personnel.
9. Maintains a safe work environment, adhering to biohazard waste procedures.
10. Performs clerical duties such as order entry, result verification, and inventory management.
11. Uses resources efficiently, aiming to reduce costs and streamline processes.
12. Completes continuing education and competency assessments.
13. Demonstrates teamwork and professional interaction.
14. Applies critical thinking and sound judgment in challenging situations.
15. Adheres to organizational policies and ethical practices.
16. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification from a recognized organization, training from an accredited institution, or one or more years of healthcare experience in phlebotomy or CMA certification.

Preferred:

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

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