Client Office Phlebotomist FLOAT-Full-time Days CO

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week phlebotomy float position. Must be able to work Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5pm and two weekends per month. Flexibility with hours is needed for clients who may start earlier or stay later than the posted hours. Must be comfortable driving to client sites in the Buffalo Grove area and the surrounding suburbs. Base hourly rate includes float differential compensation.

Responsibilities

Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age related standards; Provides appropriate post-phlebotomy patient care; Identifies need for patient medical assistance and call code as appropriate; Reviews/Records refrigerator temperature(s) and QC/QA records; Use manual requisitions and labels specimens appropriately; Label and process specimens according to establishes protocols and policies; Must effectively procure blood specimens from infant, adult, geriatric, and wheelchair bound patients; Requests/obtains written physician orders and accurately orders laboratory tests in computer system(s); Follows TJC National Patient Safety goals in regard to two patient identifiers and handwashing; Performs clerical duties directly related to handling and processing of lab specimens; Performs clerical work; faxing, printing, filing, reviewing, and verbally releasing laboratory results; Travel to additional sites when needed

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent; Phlebotomy certification through a nationally recognized organization or training from a phlebotomy school or medical institution or one or more years of phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting

Nice to have

Experience performing phlebotomy on a broad range of patient's types; Experience with processing lab specimens, transferring specimens, and handling a centrifuge; Familiar with medical EMR systems; Knowledge of medical terminology; Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement; Loan forgiveness; 401(k) matching; Lifecycle benefits; Wide range of benefits covering physical, emotional, and financial well-being