Phlebotomist - Inpatient

Full‑time position with variable pay range of $22.61 to $28.94 per hour rles Health System.

The Phlebotomist processes laboratory orders and performs phlebotomy procedures/collections with as little discomfort as possible to patients of all ages. Performs procedures following system policies and the scope of practice.

• Communicate and interact with a diverse population and represent St. Charles Health System professionally.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and handle patients experiencing a variety of emotions.
• Manage facilitation and consensus building among health care professionals and agencies.
• Prioritize specimen collections using the lab information system.
• Process and test samples using various instruments following laboratory standards.
• Perform point‑of‑care testing, including CLIA waived testing and moderate complexity testing.
• Use multiple computer systems to locate MD orders, update patient information, research billing questions, place orders, and meet regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate the distribution of results via fax, phone, or delivery as requested.
• Assist in special projects as needed.
• Train and mentor others using constructive feedback after meeting competency and experience requirements.
• Support Lean principles and maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Maintain and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Participation in college‑level science classes preferred.

• Required:
  
  AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
• Preferred:
  Phlebotomy certification from an approved agency (ASCP, NCA, NCPT, military).

• Required:
  
  None.
• Preferred:
  Direct patient care experience (preferably lab) and/or college science background.

• Strong team‑working and collaborative skills.
• Ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements.

• Continually (75%+):
  Standing, walking, keyboard operation, grasping, clear speaking voice.
• Frequently (50–75%):
  Sitting, lifting 1–25lb, carrying 1–25lb.
• Occasionally (26–50%):
  Bending, stoop/kneel/crouch, climbing ladder/step‑stool, reaching overhead.
• Rarely (10–25%):
  Climbing stairs, lifting 25–50lb, carrying 25–50lb, pushing/pulling 25–50lb, operating vehicle.
• Exposure:
  Rarely (10–25%) to wet/slippery areas and chemical solutions; never to heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surfaces.