Phlebotomy Specialist – Safe Draws & Lab Support

Advocate Health; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Elgin, IL seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venipuncture and collect specimens from newborns to adults. You will verify patient identification, label specimens, and assist with test orders, billing, and quality assurance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and 1 year phlebotomy experience preferred. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills including experience using computer software applications.
• Keyboarding and typing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identification and specimen collection procedures for safety.
• Performs venipuncture and collects specimens from patients of all ages.
• Ensures proper labeling and suitability of specimens for testing; resolves identification issues.
• Answers calls and assists with inventory to maintain supplies and equipment.
• Accepts specimens from internal and external customers and processes requests.
• Orders and verifies test requests; documents information for quality assurance.
• Reviews reports and distributes them as needed; supports Billing and other business functions.
• Instructs staff and students in phlebotomy and data entry; ensures age-appropriate care.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Keyboarding

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Advocate Health in Elgin, IL seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venipuncture and collect specimens from newborns to adults. You will verify patient identification, label specimens, and assist with test orders, billing, and quality assurance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and 1 year phlebotomy experience preferred. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential in a fast-paced healthcare setting.