Phlebotomist

Responsibilities
The non-certified phlebotomy tech primarily perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor. The PT I;
1) performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties,
2) possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory,
3) demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner,
4) demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients,
5) processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens,
6) processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories,
7) stocks and orders routine supplies,
8) maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas,
9) processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures, 10) May assist to Pick up samples at hospital/ OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.. 11) May work multi-departments for graveyard shift 12) May perform point of care testing after training and documented competency 13) Resolving staffing issues 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Responsibilities
The non-certified phlebotomy tech primarily perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor. The PT I;
1) performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties,
2) possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory,
3) demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner,
4) demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients,
5) processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens,
6) processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories,
7) stocks and orders routine supplies,
8) maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas,
9) processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures, 10) May assist to Pick up samples at hospital/ OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.. 11) May work multi-departments for graveyard shift 12) May perform point of care testing after training and documented competency 13) Resolving staffing issues 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.
Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Pay Transparency
Olympia Fields Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $17.28 to $25.03.

The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
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