Phlebotomist-Float (North Region)/Full-Time/Days at American Addiction Centers

Gurnee, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 May, 26

Salary

29.7

Posted On

28 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Venipuncture, Specimen Collection, Patient Identification, Specimen Labeling, CLIA Guidelines, Inventory Management, Specimen Processing, Quality Control, Result Entry, Proficiency Testing, Computer Skills, Keyboarding, Typing, Communication, Customer Service, Phlebotomy Instruction

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Department: 60000 IL ACL Laboratories - Administration: Lab Ambulatory Services Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Full-time Float position Monday - Friday, rotating Saturdays. Start times vary based on location between 7am to 9am - 8-hour shifts. Sites included but not limited to; Gurnee, Grayslake, Lake Zurich, Buffalo Grove, Lakemoor, Crystal Lake, Algonquin, West Dundee, Elgin, South Elgin, Hoffman Estates Pay Range $19.80 - $29.70 Major Responsibilities: Verifies positive patient identification to ensure patient safety. Assesses patient reactions to specimen procurement. Performs venipuncture and collects other specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to established protocol. Obtains medical assistance when judged necessary. Obtains specimens according to priority and scheduled draw times. Ensures completion of specimen collection functions according to protocol. Ensures that specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing. Performs limited testing under Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), 1988 guidelines according to established policies and procedures. Answers and screens telephone calls. Assists with inventory and maintains supplies and/or equipment. Accepts specimens from a variety of internal and external customers. Receives and sorts specimens. Packages and tracks specimens for transport. Processes specimens for testing, including aliquoting, pre-analytical steps, and loading instruments, while maintaining proper specimen identification. Responds to additional specimen procurement requests via pager or other means. Orders and verifies test requests. Documents appropriate information for quality assurance/improvement according to established protocol. Runs quality control checks. Takes appropriate action to notify providers of stat, critical and other abnormal results as defined by policy and procedure. Performs laboratory result entry in the computer system. Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples. Reviews various pending and management reports. Generates and distributes reports. Instructs employees and students in phlebotomy, data entry and specimen processing functions. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. . Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: n/a Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent Experience Required: 1 year phlebotomy experience, preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Demonstrates knowledge and experience in phlebotomy or related laboratory function. Basic computer skills including experience using computer software applications. Keyboarding and typing skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good listening skills. Ability to work in a fast paced environment and to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Demonstrated customer service skills to interface effectively with physicians, patients, visitors, and other healthcare employees. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand, walk and bend the majority of the workday. May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radioactive and/or infectious agents. Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids. Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. 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Responsibilities

The primary duties involve performing venipuncture and collecting various specimens from patients of all ages while ensuring positive patient identification and adherence to established protocols. Responsibilities also include processing, labeling, tracking specimens, performing limited testing, and documenting quality assurance information.