IL Phlebotomist

Job description

Make a Difference One Patient at a Time
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: FT
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.