Certified Phlebotomy Technician, Nights Details

Certified Phlebotomy Technician, Nights

West Suburban Medical Center - Oak Park, IL

Employment Type : Full-Time

Why Us

For over 100 years, West Suburban Medical Center has supported generations of families in the Oak Park and surrounding areas. Our kind, caring hospital staff have a passion to heal and make a difference in our community. We understand that our employees are the heart of our facility. If you are looking for a family atmosphere, a company committed to professional growth and a culture that embraces our five core values of Quality. Innovation. Service. Integrity. Transparency.

We offer a competitive benefits package including competitive salary, 401(k) savings plan, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time-off program, Tuition reimbursement, etc.

Job Summary

Performs phlebotomy and follows established aseptic blood drawing procedures and techniques. Performs routine, timed, and emergency phlebotomy and venipuncture work; determines best site for venipuncture, draws blood, and labels; performs related clerical and support services within the laboratory.

Job Duties

· Reports all issues regarding phlebotomy-to-Phlebotomy Lead daily.

· Separates phlebotomy laboratory requisitions by floor/nursing unit and flags emergency and time spaced blood draws, prepares most time efficient phlebotomy route around patient location and time requirements.

· Collects blood specimen from patients in the laboratory; checks patient identification, checks requisition to determine amount of blood needed in tubes/vial or finger stick; draws flood using appropriate technique. Labels blood tubes with patient name, SS# and collection date and time.

· Ensures that specimen is delivered to the laboratory within the allotted time; records the time that blood is drawn and received in the lab. Meets targeted drop off times.

· Helps obtain missing billing information when needed.

· Observes the patient during blood drawing for any adverse reaction, (hypoglycemia, faintness, dizziness, hyperventilation, nausea, etc.) and notifies nursing/medical personnel immediately.

· Sorts and stores specimens sent to the laboratory, (urine, sputum, blood, etc.) delivers specimen to appropriate laboratory for section testing.

· Replenishes phlebotomy tray with needles, Band-Aids, gauze, cotton, etc., as used; maintains stock inventory; order supplies as needed.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

· Phlebotomy certification recommended.

· Level of knowledge normally attained through high school.

· Six months on the job training in venipuncture.

· The ability to work with patients in a courteous and professional manner.

· The ability to determine the best vein/venipuncture site.

· The technical skill necessary to perform proper/aseptic blood drawing techniques and obtain blood specimens with minimal delay and pain to the patient and to perform autonomous and therapeutic collections.

West Suburban Medical Center and Pipeline Health Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Night shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Phlebotomy: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Required)
• CPR Card (Required)

Work Location: One location