Phlebotomist, Part Time, Rotating Shifts

Phlebotomist-Part-time NightsThis is a part-time, 30 hours per week, third shift phlebotomy position located at Delnor Hospital in Geneva. Must be able to work three 10 hour shifts per week, including rotating weekends.The Phlebotomist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.The Phlebotomist provides expert phlebotomy services and must demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills. The phlebotomist must have the ability to function as part of a highly effective team that consistently puts "Patients First".The Phlebotomist is responsible for venipuncture collection and specimen processing. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to order entry in multiple systems, verification of test result receipt, patient information retrieval and lab reception/clerical duties and functions.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.Enters accurate orders for lab tests in accordance with department policies, protocols and procedures.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/Records refrigerator temperature(s) and QC/QA records. 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 appropriateCommunicates and notifies Laboratory and/or Physician of problems with specimen procurement for optimal careMaintains a safe work environment, holds self-accountable for safe work practices; Performs lab-related clerical duties include but not limited to order entry, verification of test result receipt, patient information retrieval as well as utilization of email, medical record systems, handheld and desktop devices, ordering and maintaining supply inventory, filing and sanitizing equipment as necessaryUses department's resources efficiently; interacts with and assists others in a professional mannerApplies critical thinking, sound decision making and judgment to investigate and resolve challenging situationsComplies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.Performs other duties as assignedQualificationsRequired: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's types.Familiar with medical EMR systems.Knowledge of medical terminology.Additional InformationNorthwestern 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 CheckNorthwestern 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 DisclosureArtificial 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.BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): 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.