Are you passionate about patient care and looking for a rewarding healthcare career? Join our team as a Phlebotomist and play a vital role in helping physicians diagnose, monitor, and treat patients through accurate laboratory testing.
As a Phlebotomist, you'll be one of the first healthcare professionals patients interact with during their care journey. Your compassion, attention to detail, and technical skills will help create a positive patient experience while ensuring high-quality specimen collection and accurate test results.
Shift: PRN
What You'll Do:
- Collect blood specimens through venipuncture and capillary draws for laboratory testing, blood donations, and other diagnostic purposes.
- Verify patient identification and ensure specimen accuracy throughout the collection process.
- Label, process, and transport specimens according to established protocols.
- Maintain patient comfort, safety, and dignity during all collection procedures.
- Explain procedures and help alleviate patient concerns to create a positive experience.
- Follow infection prevention, safety, and quality assurance standards.
- Collaborate with laboratory staff, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all regulatory requirements.
Why You'll Love This Roll!
✔ Make a direct impact on patient care and diagnosis.
✔ Build meaningful connections with patients every day.
✔ Work in a fast-paced healthcare environment where your skills are valued.
✔ Gain experience in a critical healthcare role with opportunities for career growth.
✔ Join a supportive team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.
Qualifications:
Education-
- High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience-
- One to two years of phlebotomy or related healthcare experience preferred.
Certifications-
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
What Makes a Great Phlebotomist?
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to remain calm and compassionate with patients of all ages.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a healthcare team.
Compensation:
Hourly Range - $17 - $25.50
Benefits Designed For you!
At Deaconess Illinois, we invest in our team members and support both professional growth and personal well-being.
✔ Career Growth & Development
- Advancement opportunities within the organization
- Gain valuable healthcare experience in a patient-centered environment
✔ Education Support
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
✔ Financial Benefits
- Competitive healthcare and retirement plans
- Payactiv Earned Wage Access – Work today, get paid tomorrow
Why Join Deaconess IL?
When you join Deaconess Illinois, you're joining a team dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of our community with a compassionate and caring spirit. If you're looking for a meaningful career where your presence truly makes a difference, we'd love to meet you.
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