Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Inpatient Phlebotomist in the Nursing Inpatient Phlebotomy department. Here, you will be responsible for drawing blood at UChicago Medicine under minimal supervision.  The phlebotomist will verify orders, generate specimen collection labels, and confirm patient identity prior to specimen collection. The phlebotomist will perform venipuncture and skin punctures with expertise, precision, and in a customer service-oriented fashion, adhering to all established policies and procedures. The phlebotomist will prepare collected specimens for courier pick-up which may include centrifugation. The phlebotomist will order supplies and stock the blood draw area while maintaining a clean, safe, and sterile working environment.  At UChicago Medicine, quality diagnostic testing is coupled with exceptional customer service. Our laboratory provides a full array of testing services to support your patient care at whatever level you may require, helping to make the process seamless for you and your patients.. This department is in the Nursing Inpatient Phlebotomy. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

The phlebotomist will perform venipuncture and skin punctures with expertise, precision, and in a customer service-oriented fashion, adhering to all established policies and procedures. The phlebotomist will prepare collected specimens for courier pick-up which may include centrifugation. The phlebotomist will order supplies and stock the blood draw area while maintaining a clean, safe, and sterile working environment.  This role will be responsible for drawing blood from the adult non-critical care units in Mitchell Hospital and the mother/baby unit and nursery under minimal supervision. Includes patient verification and generation of specimen collection labels via the Lattice handheld system.

 Essential Job Functions

• Performs venipuncture and skin punctures with expertise and in a customer service-oriented fashion, adhering to all established policies and procedures
• Properly packages specimens for delivery through pneumatic tube system
• Stocks blood drawing area and keeps areas clean, safe, and sterile
• Administers glucose tolerance tests and schedules subsequent draws according to dosage times
• Provides accurate collection instructions for random urine specimens and process according to policies
• Performs other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Training in phlebotomy from an accredited program
• Thorough knowledge of asepsis; manual dexterity and accuracy
• Ability to follow directions and established procedures with attention to detail
• Demonstrate ability to utilize institutional computer systems
• Demonstrate ability to interact effectively with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare workers
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required
• Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and document appropriately, perform in stressful situations; handle large volumes of patients within narrow timeframes
• Ability to stand, stoop, push, lift and walk distances up to 6 city blocks in length
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environment 

Preferred Qualifications

• Phlebotomy (ASCP) certification/eligibility 
• One-two years of practical phlebotomy experience with references

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Day Shift, Rotating Weekends and Holidays
• Work Location:  Hyde Park
• Unit/Department: Center for Care & Discovery (IP Phlebotomy)
• CBA Code: Non-Union

Why Join Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits.  The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

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