Carle Health
Overview
The Phlebotomist has the primary responsibility of assuring proper procurement of specimens for clinical testing. This may include collection, transportation, ordering, labeling and processing of specimens as well as other support duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
Certifications: (none listed)
Education: H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
Work Experience: (not specified)
Responsibilities
Contributes to quality patient care by performing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens.
Identifies patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Follows proper procedure in collection of specimens by venipuncture and micro-collection.
Accurately and legibly labels specimens collected placing initials, date and time on label for identification.
Collects quality specimens as assessed by low rejection rate.
Expedites STAT and highest priority specimens without delays.
Communicates with nursing staff about patient concerns or testing delays/questions.
Collects specimens in a timely manner.
Follows up with appropriate staff when collection cannot be completed or will be delayed.
Follows up on uncollected specimens.
Transports specimens following established protocol (i.e. on ice, kept in dark, etc.).
Follows Carle Health safety policies and HIPAA policies.
Verifies specimen requirements or handling prior to collection if unfamiliar with test names.
Instructs patients, administers glucose solution, and collects blood specimens for glucose tolerance testing according to protocol.
Performs EKG testing in outpatient facilities according to standards.
Collects specimens under a phlebotomist scope of practice: blood, urine, stool, semen, swabs (nasal & throat), specialty testing, send out tests, pediatric draws, sputum testing, breath testing.
Follows age‑specific care guidelines when procuring blood specimens from elderly patients, neonates, children, adolescents, and other patients, ensuring appropriate communication and comfort.
Ensures specimen integrity throughout the handling process and processes by highest priority.
Matches barcode label with proper specimen upon receipt; ensures all patient information is labeled on specimens.
Operates centrifuge according to standard operating procedure, sorts specimens by testing site/analyzer, and delivers to correct location.
Performs basic troubleshooting and maintenance on label printers, centrifuges, and other processing equipment or enters correct work order.
Properly stores specimens according to protocol.
Verifies specimen requirements when unsure/unfamiliar prior to processing.
Locates and retrieves specimens in storage for additional testing.
Performs computer operations and order‑entry duties to ensure accuracy and completeness of data.
Enters collected specimen data into computer utilizing SPR and CLN to log specimens received in the laboratory.
Monitors workload list at frequent intervals for uncollected or pending specimens.
Orders additional tests on patients following the Add‑On protocol.
Cancels tests following proper protocol.
Registers patients in Laboratory Information System accurately.
Communicates with peers, managers, and customers in a timely manner; notifies patients/providers of delays; maintains team morale; performs support duties and training; monitors inventories; cleans work areas; disposes containers appropriately.
Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $18.65 per hour – $30.21 per hour. This represents a good‑faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will depend on experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization. For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
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Qualifications
Certifications: (none listed)
Education: H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
Work Experience: (not specified)
Responsibilities
Contributes to quality patient care by performing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens.
Identifies patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Follows proper procedure in collection of specimens by venipuncture and micro-collection.
Accurately and legibly labels specimens collected placing initials, date and time on label for identification.
Collects quality specimens as assessed by low rejection rate.
Expedites STAT and highest priority specimens without delays.
Communicates with nursing staff about patient concerns or testing delays/questions.
Collects specimens in a timely manner.
Follows up with appropriate staff when collection cannot be completed or will be delayed.
Follows up on uncollected specimens.
Transports specimens following established protocol (i.e. on ice, kept in dark, etc.).
Follows Carle Health safety policies and HIPAA policies.
Verifies specimen requirements or handling prior to collection if unfamiliar with test names.
Instructs patients, administers glucose solution, and collects blood specimens for glucose tolerance testing according to protocol.
Performs EKG testing in outpatient facilities according to standards.
Collects specimens under a phlebotomist scope of practice: blood, urine, stool, semen, swabs (nasal & throat), specialty testing, send out tests, pediatric draws, sputum testing, breath testing.
Follows age‑specific care guidelines when procuring blood specimens from elderly patients, neonates, children, adolescents, and other patients, ensuring appropriate communication and comfort.
Ensures specimen integrity throughout the handling process and processes by highest priority.
Matches barcode label with proper specimen upon receipt; ensures all patient information is labeled on specimens.
Operates centrifuge according to standard operating procedure, sorts specimens by testing site/analyzer, and delivers to correct location.
Performs basic troubleshooting and maintenance on label printers, centrifuges, and other processing equipment or enters correct work order.
Properly stores specimens according to protocol.
Verifies specimen requirements when unsure/unfamiliar prior to processing.
Locates and retrieves specimens in storage for additional testing.
Performs computer operations and order‑entry duties to ensure accuracy and completeness of data.
Enters collected specimen data into computer utilizing SPR and CLN to log specimens received in the laboratory.
Monitors workload list at frequent intervals for uncollected or pending specimens.
Orders additional tests on patients following the Add‑On protocol.
Cancels tests following proper protocol.
Registers patients in Laboratory Information System accurately.
Communicates with peers, managers, and customers in a timely manner; notifies patients/providers of delays; maintains team morale; performs support duties and training; monitors inventories; cleans work areas; disposes containers appropriately.
Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $18.65 per hour – $30.21 per hour. This represents a good‑faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will depend on experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization. For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
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