Phlebotomist: Patient-First Lab Tech with Great Benefits

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

Matching 401(k)

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Annual salary increase and incentive

Paid time off

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform phlebotomy and related lab duties, ensuring patient safety and accurate specimen handling. This role requires completing orders, maintaining specimen quality, and providing excellent patient service.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to policies, and ongoing competency assessments, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development at Northwestern Medicine in the Illinois region.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification from a nationally recognized organization or CMA.
• Experience in phlebotomy in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy and lab specimen collections per age-related standards and policies.
• Demonstrates AIDET and optimizes patient safety to reduce errors.
• Receives and reviews physician orders; enters orders for lab tests per policy.
• Communicates with patients and provides post-phlebotomy care.
• Processes specimens to maintain sample integrity and proper transport.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

EMR systems

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform phlebotomy and related lab duties, ensuring patient safety and accurate specimen handling. This role requires completing orders, maintaining specimen quality, and providing excellent patient service.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to policies, and ongoing competency assessments, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development at Northwestern Medicine in the Illinois region.