Phlebotomist (Outpatient) - Full-Time, Days

The salary range for this position is $19.81 - $25.75 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in 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 Well-being 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 Position Description The Phlebotomist provides technically expert phlebotomy service by accurately collecting blood specimens by venipuncture or micro techniques for laboratory analysis. This role must consistently demonstrate concern and understanding of the patient and promote their comfort and well-being while obtaining specimens. The position provides point-of-care testing, collects various non-blood specimens, and performs check-in responsibilities. Responsibilities Greets patients, maintains patient flow, completes accurate voucher information, prepares labels and verifies patient demographic data. Assesses the condition of patients to determine the most effective way to obtain samples. Verifies test requests and investigates ambiguous information before proceeding. Prepares appropriate supplies and obtains sample. Instructs patients in the collection of various non-blood specimens (urine culture, 24-hour urines, ova/parasites, and stools). Ensures accurate voucher information, prepares completed samples for courier, and processes drop-offs. Investigates lost, broken, mislabeled, incorrectly identified or otherwise unsatisfactory specimens and follows through to resolution. Verifies that supplies and stock are adequate and disseminated upon delivery. Answers phone, and responds appropriately to requests for information. Maintains and performs quality assurance on equipment (centrifuge, refrigerator, incubator). May perform 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. Familiar 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 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