Certified Phlebotomy Technician Joliet

About the role

Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet is seeking a Certified Phlebotomy Technician to collect blood specimens and provide related laboratory support under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Perform skin punctures or venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain specimens for clinical laboratory analysis.
• Use proper phlebotomy techniques and equipment to collect specimens from newborns through geriatric patients.
• Process specimens related to microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank; prepare specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
• Process or load specimens on automated laboratory instruments according to established policies and procedures.
• Enter data into computer systems, file documents, handle telephone communications, and perform other clerical duties.
• Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory test terminology.
• Stock and order routine laboratory supplies, and maintain cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and work areas.
• Assist with sample pickup at hospital/OR, sorting samples for analysis, assisting pathology, inventory management, replenishing and ordering supplies, mail pickup/delivery, faxing, answering phones, and product deliveries.
• Work in multiple departments or on night/graveyard shifts; may be assigned as a Phlebotomy Lead.
• Perform other tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the department manager or director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program or equivalent on-the-job training with documented competency.
• Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician.
• Basic life support (BLS) certification required within forty-five days of hire and must be maintained current.

Key facts

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires Phlebotomy Technician certification.
• BLS certification is required within forty-five days of hire and must be maintained current.
• May involve work in multiple departments or on night/graveyard shifts.