Phlebotomist II

Job Title: Phlebotomist II

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, and record maintenance data.
• Conduct decontamination and update patient information.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Clearly explain the process of venipuncture or other specimen collection to patients.
• Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand and execute physicians' orders.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Ensure all test requisitions or computer labels are accurate.
• Package specimens for transport and store samples at the required temperature.
• Follow specific procedures to maintain specimen integrity for transport.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Answer telephone calls and provide laboratory results as needed.
• Perform STAT testing throughout the day, especially bulk testing in the morning.
• Handle approximately 40-50 patients per day.

Essential Skills

• Phlebotomy certification valid for the state of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in fertility or geriatrics is preferred.
• Bilingual abilities in Spanish are preferred but not required.

Work Environment

The position is based at a clinic located in Chicago, IL, with a schedule from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Initial training will occur at another location in Chicago, with hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM for 1-2 weeks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL 60654.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL 60654. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 28, 2026.

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