Phlebotomy Coordinator, Wilkes Medical Center

Department:

60901 Wilkes Medical Center - Lab

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

The hours will vary based on need, but it will be 8-hour shifts Monday-Friday with occasional weekends.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and three years' phlebotomy experience.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• Phlebotomy Technician certification, ASCP preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts practical clinical phlebotomy training and evaluation of new employees and students and monitors progress and performance.
• Assures efficient and effective operation of phlebotomy services.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and leadership in all areas of operation.
• Assures accurate and timely collection of blood specimens, according to departmental practices.
• Assures accurate identification and delivery of patient samples to appropriate lab sections.
• Follows proper safety and identification procedures when dealing with patients and/or specimens under any circumstance or environment.
• Contributes to the smooth and efficient operation of the section and department.
• Improves work skills through self-study and continuing education.
• Protects self, coworkers and facility by following approval policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood borne and/or airborne diseases.
• Exhibits and promotes the professional image of laboratories in accordance with hospital, department, and professional society philosophies, goals and standards of laboratory testing.
• Provides age-appropriate specimen collection in accordance with age specific guidelines for school age, adolescents, early adults, middle adults and/or late adults.
• Adheres to the general Medical Center standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficient in use of LIS electronic collection devices and lab reference material.
• Ability to build cooperation between staff members.
• Effective oral, written, and listening communications skills.
• Technical ability and interest Interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Exhibits professional attitude.
• May require working any shift in a 24-hour period, 7 days/week, including holidays and possibly taking call.

Pay Range

$21.45 - $32.20

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois;