Phlebotomist-Float/Full-Time/Days/Chicago Job at Advocate Aurora Health
MILEAGE PAID
Float position, hours vary by location.
Saturday rotation 2 on, 1 off. Site coverage to include Park Ridge, Chicago, and Buffalo Grove
Major Responsibilities:
Daily Operations: Collects laboratory specimens to include blood, throat and nasal cultures, urine, urine drug screen and invasive nasopharyngeal swab collections, from patients of all ages in accordance with accepted laboratory standards, policies and procedures (operational and safety) in order to ensure optimal specimen integrity and accurate test results.
Promotes a safe working environment in the laboratory. Maintains a clean and safe work area. Follows established laboratory safety procedures in accordance with ACP, Accrediting Organization, OSHA, FDA and other regulatory agencies.
Maintains and stocks the work area as required. Keeps the area clean and equipment appropriately maintained in accordance with established protocols and time frames.
Performs registration/patient intake to include insurance determination, client/physician selection, diagnosis data entry, patient eligibility/ABN, etc. Explains phlebotomy and/or specimen collection procedure to patients and/or relatives as appropriate for the age and development status of the patient.
Triages and processes specimen efficiently and accurately according to policy and procedure. (Site specific)
Orders, receives, accessions, and labels specimens in the LIS (as applicable), from inpatient and outpatient areas and Outreach client accounts.
Answers phones and keeps records.
Properly allocates specimens for add-on tests and communicates to technical areas regarding add-on tests.
Responds courteously and professionally to all inquires in a manner that always seeks understanding customer needs and reflects positively on the organization.
Provision of patient data, specimen status, collection procedures, etc. in response to physician and/or nursing staff inquiries. Provides, as much as possible, a single point of contact within the department for answering questions, troubleshooting problems, receiving information with a positive approach.
Maintains competency in phlebotomy skills and assists in the orientation and training of newly hired phlebotomists and processing personnel.
Education/Experience Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Completed an accredited phlebotomy training program or equivalent program or at least 6 months hospital phlebotomy experience that qualifies individual to take the phlebotomy certification exam.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
Good organizational skills.
CRT/Computer familiarity
Customer Service approach to providing care
Qualified to take phlebotomy certification exam
Phlebotomy certification will be required within 1 year of hire: PBT (ASCP)/NPA/ACA/NHA/NCA •NCMA certification also accepted.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations
Ability to work rotating shifts and day of the week, including holidays
Ability to rotate to other ACL sites
Endurance for long periods of standing, bending, and walking; carrying phlebotomy equipment throughout hospital
Exposure to contagious diseases, potentially biohazardous specimens and materials.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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.
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Float position, hours vary by location.
Saturday rotation 2 on, 1 off. Site coverage to include Park Ridge, Chicago, and Buffalo Grove
Major Responsibilities:
Daily Operations: Collects laboratory specimens to include blood, throat and nasal cultures, urine, urine drug screen and invasive nasopharyngeal swab collections, from patients of all ages in accordance with accepted laboratory standards, policies and procedures (operational and safety) in order to ensure optimal specimen integrity and accurate test results.
Promotes a safe working environment in the laboratory. Maintains a clean and safe work area. Follows established laboratory safety procedures in accordance with ACP, Accrediting Organization, OSHA, FDA and other regulatory agencies.
Maintains and stocks the work area as required. Keeps the area clean and equipment appropriately maintained in accordance with established protocols and time frames.
Performs registration/patient intake to include insurance determination, client/physician selection, diagnosis data entry, patient eligibility/ABN, etc. Explains phlebotomy and/or specimen collection procedure to patients and/or relatives as appropriate for the age and development status of the patient.
Triages and processes specimen efficiently and accurately according to policy and procedure. (Site specific)
Orders, receives, accessions, and labels specimens in the LIS (as applicable), from inpatient and outpatient areas and Outreach client accounts.
Answers phones and keeps records.
Properly allocates specimens for add-on tests and communicates to technical areas regarding add-on tests.
Responds courteously and professionally to all inquires in a manner that always seeks understanding customer needs and reflects positively on the organization.
Provision of patient data, specimen status, collection procedures, etc. in response to physician and/or nursing staff inquiries. Provides, as much as possible, a single point of contact within the department for answering questions, troubleshooting problems, receiving information with a positive approach.
Maintains competency in phlebotomy skills and assists in the orientation and training of newly hired phlebotomists and processing personnel.
Education/Experience Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Completed an accredited phlebotomy training program or equivalent program or at least 6 months hospital phlebotomy experience that qualifies individual to take the phlebotomy certification exam.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
Good organizational skills.
CRT/Computer familiarity
Customer Service approach to providing care
Qualified to take phlebotomy certification exam
Phlebotomy certification will be required within 1 year of hire: PBT (ASCP)/NPA/ACA/NHA/NCA •NCMA certification also accepted.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations
Ability to work rotating shifts and day of the week, including holidays
Ability to rotate to other ACL sites
Endurance for long periods of standing, bending, and walking; carrying phlebotomy equipment throughout hospital
Exposure to contagious diseases, potentially biohazardous specimens and materials.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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.
Please Note :
chrismaxcer.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, chrismaxcer.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.