Phlebotomist PRN Rotating Shifts

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

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Phlebotomist, where you'll provide expert phlebotomy services and prioritize patient safety. This role involves specimen collection, processing, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Be part of a team that values patient-first care and collaborative work.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification or one year of healthcare phlebotomy experience required.
• Experience with diverse patient populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy and lab specimen collections according to standards.
• Processes specimens promptly to maintain integrity.
• Maintains a safe work environment, adhering to biohazard procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Critical Thinking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

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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, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits. 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 with excellent customer service and communication skills. Must function effectively as part of a team that prioritizes “Patients First”.
Responsibilities include venipuncture collection, specimen processing, order entry in multiple systems, verification of test results, patient information retrieval, and clerical duties.
Responsibilities:

• Performs phlebotomy and lab specimen collections according to standards and policies.
• Demonstrates AIDET model and prioritizes patient safety.
• Receives, reviews, and enters physician orders accurately.
• Provides post-phlebotomy patient care and communication.
• Processes specimens promptly to maintain integrity, including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, and packaging.
• Monitors refrigerator temperatures and QC/QA records, reporting issues appropriately.
• Operates and maintains relevant equipment.
• Follows up on outstanding orders and communicates with laboratory and physicians regarding specimen issues.
• Maintains a safe work environment, adhering to biohazard procedures.
• Performs clerical duties such as order entry, result verification, and inventory management.
• Uses resources efficiently, participates in cost reduction and process improvements.
• Completes continuing education and competency assessments.
• Demonstrates teamwork and professional interaction.
• Applies critical thinking and sound judgment.
• Adheres to ethical business practices and performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification from a recognized organization or training, or one year of healthcare phlebotomy experience, or CMA certification.

Preferred:

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

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