Phlebotomist I

Position Highlights

Position: Phlebotomist I
Location: Swedish Hospital
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Hours: Monday-Friday, 1:30pm-10pm, rotating weekends and holidays

What You Will Do

• Proficiently performs accurate venipunctures and capillary specimen collection for all inpatients and outpatients for all age groups.
• Operates and utilizes the LIS and other available resources including reference lab test menus to appropriately address the needs of the lab service areas and their clientele.
• Prepares and assists in the processing of blood and body fluid samples per established testing requirements.
• Ensures that all customer requests for services are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Affords assistance in the orientation and training of phlebotomy staff.
• Applies skills and experience to identify problems as they arise and notifies lead/supervisory personnel as needed.
• Participates in and promotes adherence to the hospital and departmental Quality Management initiatives.
• Enhances professional growth and development through active participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• Understands the importance of professional appearance and behavior and conducts him/herself in a customer and team-oriented manner.
• Collects and/or handles body fluid or other samples including nasal and throat swabs, stool, urine, semen, and breath samples.
• Provides phone coverage and excellent customer service for addressing questions and requests.

What You Will Need

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certification: Phlebotomy certification preferred and CPR-BLS certification for Healthcare Provider by the AHA required.
• Experience: Phlebotomy skills, 1 year of experience preferred.
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Strong communication and organization skills, moderate computer skills needed, strong customer service skills

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Variety of Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retail Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

About the Role

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 1:30pm-10pm, rotating weekends and holidays

Qualifications

Endeavor Health is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.