Part-Time Phlebotomist — Tuition & Loan Repayment Perks

The salary range for this position is $19.81 - $25.75 (Hourly Rate). Placement within this range depends on relevant work experience and internal equity considerations. For positions represented by a labor union, placement follows the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits

• 10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• 10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• 1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• 250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)

Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Annual employee salary increase and incentive bonus Paid time off and holiday pay Description Part‑time, 24 hours per week phlebotomy position located at a clinic in Sycamore. The Phlebotomist reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization’s code of ethics and corporate compliance program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and regulatory and accreditation standards. The Phlebotomist provides expert phlebotomy services and demonstrates excellent customer service and communication skills. The Phlebotomist must function as part of a highly effective team that consistently puts patients first. Responsibilities Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age-related standards and in accordance with departmental policies, protocols and procedures. Demonstrates AIDET model and optimizes patient safety to reduce the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Receives and reviews physician orders; ensures that all necessary information is included for appropriate lab services. Enters accurate orders for lab tests in accordance with department policies, protocols and procedures. Uses patient communication model and provides appropriate post‑phlebotomy patient care. Processes specimens in a timely manner to ensure stability and integrity of samples including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing and packaging specimens for transport in accordance with established protocols and policies. Reviews and records refrigerator temperature(s) and QC/QA records. Areas of concern are recorded through the corrective action log and reported to maintenance for repair. Findings are reported to supervisor or manager. Understands the operation and maintenance of equipment pertinent to the job. Follows up with all outstanding orders on manifest log and communicates all timed, completed or uncompleted draws/charges/results as appropriate. Communicates and notifies laboratory and/or physician of problems with specimen procurement for optimal care. Maintains a safe work environment, holds self-accountable for safe work practices; including adhering to biohazard waste procedures and ensuring proper storage and timely pickup of biohazardous waste. Performs lab‑related clerical duties including order entry, verification of test result receipt, patient information retrieval and utilization of email, medical record systems, handheld and desktop devices, ordering and maintaining supply inventory, filing and sanitizing equipment as necessary. Uses department’s resources efficiently; participates in efforts to reduce costs and streamline work processes. Adheres to continuing education expectations; completes and signs off on competency assessments. Demonstrates the value of teamwork on a consistent basis; interacts with and assists others in a professional manner. Applies critical thinking, sound decision making and judgement to investigate and resolve challenging situations. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required: 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, or CMA certification. Preferred: Experience performing phlebotomy on a broad range of patient types. Experience with processing lab specimens, transferring specimens, and handling a centrifuge. Familiarity with medical EMR systems. Knowledge of medical terminology. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Sign‑On Bonus Eligibility Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwestern Medicine