UChicago Medicine is hiring: Phlebotomist, Vascular Access, Nursing Phlebotomy I

Overview Base pay range: $23.00/hr - $30.00/hr Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Vascular Access/Phlebotomy Technician in the Nursing Inpatient Phlebotomy department. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity based in the greater Chicagoland area, primarily at the Hyde Park Campus. You will draw blood and place IVs under minimal supervision, verify orders, generate specimen collection labels, and confirm patient identity prior to specimen collection. Responsibilities Performs venipuncture and skin punctures with expertise and in a customer service-oriented fashion, adhering to established policies and procedures. Properly packages specimens for delivery through the pneumatic tube system. Stock blood drawing carts and keep the cart and work area clean, safe, and sterile. Use handheld system to identify patients, indicate specimen collection status, and generate specimen collection labels. Plan the delivery of IV access for patients in coordination with the healthcare team. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent. Current CPR training recognized by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Ability to follow oral and written instructions and perform various patient assistance tasks without direct supervision. Ability to interact effectively with patients, clinical staff, and the general public. Phlebotomy qualification includes one of the following: C.N.A. with phlebotomy certification; M.A. with phlebotomy certification; EMT-B; EMT-P. Preferred Qualifications IV insertion and IV certification. IV access with ultrasound training. Training in phlebotomy from an accredited program. One to two years of practical experience with references. Thorough knowledge of asepsis; manual dexterity and accuracy. Ability to follow directions and established procedures with attention to detail. Ability to utilize institutional computer systems and interact effectively with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare workers. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE). Shift: Evening Shift (3:00 pm – 11:30 pm), Monday – Friday, every other weekend/holiday, extensive training on Day Shift. Work Location: Hyde Park Campus. Unit/Department: Nursing Inpatient Phlebotomy. CBA Code: Non-Union. In this role, you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. You will be scheduled for the Evening Shift and not typically on-call. You will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus with weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday) every other week. 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. We’re looking for employees with passion, talent, and commitment to patients and to each other. We’re in this together 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. 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. Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment, with exemptions considered per applicable law. A pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire. 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 full-time employment and may vary based on candidate qualifications, experience, and organizational considerations. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective unions. Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine. #J-18808-Ljbffr