Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist – Saint Joseph Medical Center, Joliet, IL

Facility: Saint Joseph Medical Center – Joliet
Location: Joliet, IL 60435
Shift: Nights (9:30 pm – 6 am, alternating shifts)
Position Type: Part Time < 60%
Job Type: Non‑Exempt

• Department: Laboratory
• Schedule: 9:30 pm – 6 am, alternating 3 shifts one week and 2 shifts the following week, every other weekend and rotating holidays
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Joseph Hospital
• Location:
  Joliet, IL 60435

The Certified Phlebotomy Technician I primarily perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages to obtain a blood specimen for laboratory analysis. Under the supervision of Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor, responsibilities include:

• Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties
• Apply knowledge of laboratory test terminology
• Demonstrate good communication skills and telephone etiquette when greeting patients and visitors
• Perform proper phlebotomy technique and use equipment to collect specimens from newborns to geriatric patients
• Process specimens for microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank
• Process specimens for referral to reference laboratories
• Stock routine supplies, maintain cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and work areas
• Load or process specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation according to established policy and procedures
• Assist with pick‑up samples at hospital/OR, assist lab specialty in sorting and placing specimens, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.
• Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Current and valid state certification preferred
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, according to hospital requirement
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience preferred

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Estimated wages: $16.00 to $23.17. Full benefits include paid time off, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many voluntary options.

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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