Certified Phlebotomist CPT I - Clinical Lab at Mercy Medical Center

Aurora, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

23.17

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, Data Entry, Communication Skills, Clerical Duties, Specimen Processing, Microbiology, Immunology, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Equipment Maintenance, Patient Interaction

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Department: Clinical Lab Schedule: 8-hour shifts, 4 am-12:30 pm or 5 am-1:30 pm ,alternating 3 shifts one week and 2 shifts the following week, every other weekend and rotating holidays. Facility: Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center Location: Aurora, IL Responsibilities The Certified Phlebotomy Technician I primarily perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor. The PT I; 1) performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties, 2) possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory, 3) demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner, 4) demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients, 5) processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens, 6) processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories, 7) stocks routine supplies, 8) maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas, 9) processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures, 10) May be assist to Pick up samples at hospital/ OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.. 11) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director. Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. High School Diploma, or equivalent, required. 2. Current and valid state certification preferred. 3. BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, according to hospital requirement. 4. Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/ Pay Transparency Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $16.00 to $23.17. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. Employment Status Part Time < 60 Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity 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 (subject to applicable law), 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. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

The Certified Phlebotomy Technician I performs skin puncture or venipuncture on patients to obtain blood specimens for analysis. They also handle clerical duties, maintain cleanliness, and assist in various laboratory tasks as assigned.