Phlebotomist-Casual Days RH

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Job Ttitle: Phlebotomist-Casual Days RH

Company: Northwestern Medicine


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Confirm EmailSubmitPhlebotomist-Casual Days RH Location Wheaton, Illinois Business Unit Central DuPage Hospital Job REQID 139476 Job Function Laboratory Shift Day Job (1st) Type of Employment Casual / Per DiemDescription***This is a casual phlebotomy position for the area around Winfield and Wheaton in the far Western suburbs. Geriatric experience strongly preferred. Must be able to work 5am – 9am including every other weekend.***The Phlebotomist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.ÂThe Phlebotomist provides expert phlebotomy services and must demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills. The phlebotomist must have the ability to function as part of a highly effective team that consistently puts “Patients First”.ÂThe Phlebotomist is responsible for venipuncture collection and specimen processing. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to order entry in multiple systems, verification of test result receipt, patient information retrieval and lab reception/clerical duties and functions.ÂResponsibilities:

• ​​Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections per age related standards and in accordance with departmental policies, protocols and procedures. Â
• Demonstrates AIDET model and optimizes patient safety to reduce the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Â
• Receives and reviews physician orders; ensures that all necessary information is included for appropriate lab services. Enters accurate orders for lab tests in accordance with department policies, protocols and procedures.  Â
• patient communication model and provides appropriate post-phlebotomy patient care.  Â
• Processes specimens in a timely manner to ensure stability and integrity of samples including: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing and packaging specimens for transport in accordance with established protocols and policies.  Â
• Reviews/Records refrigerator temperature(s) and QC/QA records. Areas of concern are recorded through the Corrective Action Log and reported to maintenance for repair. Findings are reported to supervisor or manager.Â
• Understands the operation and maintenance of equipment pertinent to the job. Follows up with all outstanding orders on manifest log, and communicates all timed, completed or uncompleted draws/charges/results as appropriateÂ
• Communicates and notifies Laboratory and/or Physician of problems with specimen procurement for optimal careÂ
• Maintains a safe work environment, holds self-accountable for safe work practices; including adhering to biohazard waste procedures and ensuring proper storage and timely pickup of biohazardous waste.Â
• Performs lab-related clerical duties include but not limited to order entry, verification of test result receipt, patient information retrieval as well as utilization of email, medical record systems, handheld and desktop devices, ordering and maintaining supply inventory, filing and sanitizing equipment as necessaryÂ
• Uses department’s resources efficiently; participates in efforts to reduce costs and streamline work processes.Â
• Adheres to continuing education expectations; completes and signs-off on competency assessmentsÂ
• Demonstrates the value of teamwork on a consistent basis; interacts with and assists others in a professional manner Â
• Applies critical thinking, sound decision making and judgment to investigate and resolve challenging situationsÂ
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Â
• Performs other duties as assigned Â

QualificationsRequired:ÂHigh School diploma or equivalent.ÂPhlebotomy certification through a nationally recognized organization or training from a phlebotomy school or medical institution or one or more years of phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting or CMA certification.ÂPreferred:Experience performing phlebotomy on a broad range of patient’s types.ÂExperience with processing lab specimens, transferring specimens, and handling a centrifuge.ÂFamiliar with medical EMR systems.ÂKnowledge of medical terminology.ÂEqual OpportunityNorthwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Share This JobFeatured JobsRecently Viewed JobsYou do not have any recently viewed jobsNursing OpportunitiesBenefitsInformation Services CareersNorthwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Contact us if you need any further information about NM Nursing Careers at .We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any step in our application or interviewing process, please email and a Human Resources representative will connect with you to discuss next steps.© 2024 by Northwestern Medicine® and Northwestern Memorial HealthCare.Northwestern Medicine® is a trademark of Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, used by Northwestern University.

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Location: Wheaton, IL

Date: Sat, 26 Oct 2024 23:45:46 GMT


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