Location(s): Illinois, United States ⋅ Lombard, Illinois, United States ⋅ Addison, Illinois, United States
Experience Level(s): Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s): Customer Success & Support ⋅ Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Position Highlights:
Multiple Work Locations: Elmhurst Hospital, Lombard and Addison
Part Time: 0.5 FT
Hours: Start times vary between 7am and 8:30 am; Working (5) eight hour shift/week; Includes every other Saturday and Rotations Sundays and Holidays
Required Travel: Yes
A Brief Overview:
The Phlebotomist obtains blood and other specimens for laboratory testing via venipuncture, finger sticks, heel sticks and other specimen collection methods.
What you will do:
Verifies patient identification and explains blood drawing procedure to patients in order to allay fears and elicit cooperation.
Collects blood samples for specific tests ensuring volume is adequate and correct tubes are utilized. Labels all specimens appropriately with the correct label. Complies with blood minimization policies and procedures as appropriate.
Cleans and stocks patient phlebotomy stations/carts and other work areas and ensures all supplies have current expiration dates.
Prepares, processes, handles, stores and packages specimens appropriately. Centrifuges specimens and transfers specimens into tubes or other designated containers as necessary. Accurately administers appropriate reagents for glucose and D-xylose tests
Maintains all records such as: logs, workload records, requisitions, etc. accurately and in a neat and organized manner.
Answers telephone and responds to inquiries from doctors, patients, and/or Hospital personnel according to established policies and procedures.
What you will need:
Current CPR BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance
High School Diploma or equivalent
Benefits:
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development