Insight Hospital and Medical Center
Phlebotomist
Insight Hospital and Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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INSIGHT , we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world-class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to be the most innovative, ethical, and insightful clinical biomedical technology institution in the world. As we continue to develop and grow in the fields of neuroscience, medicine, and ethics, our mission is guided by the highest levels of leadership development through (E6 I3): Energy, Energizing, Edge, Ethics, Expertise, Execution, Innovation, Insight, Incubation.At
Insight Hospital & Medical Center , we are partnering with the community to build this historical institution into a model healthcare organization providing
PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE !The phlebotomist's job description focuses on the responsibility for taking blood from patients and properly labeling samples with the patient information and lab test orders from the doctor. The blood drawn by the phlebotomist can be used to test for a variety of medical conditions, from high cholesterol to diabetes.In order to be successful as a phlebotomist, you will need to be thorough when carrying out your duties, successfully maintain records of blood drawings, and generate reports to submit to physicians and/or other healthcare professionals.Responsibilities:Identifying patients and their personal information by reviewing their identity documents.Assessing patient needs, reviewing patient history, and determining the reason(s) for drawing blood.Selecting gauge needles and preparing veins or fingers for blood drawing.Extracting blood from patients through venipuncture or fingerstick.Analyzing blood specimens using the correct testing equipment, when necessary.Preparing specimens for transportation, including labeling vials accurately and matching blood specimens to patients.Supplying diagnostic notes to physicians, other healthcare professionals, and hospitals.Keeping and maintaining records of patient names, volume of blood drawn, and diagnostic findings.Cleaning, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment used in the drawing and testing of blood specimens.Ordering laboratory supplies, as needed.Minimum Requirements:Diploma in phlebotomy.Certification with the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians, Inc. and/or the National Phlebotomy Association (NPA).Proven experience working as a phlebotomist.Understanding of proper patient identification methods.Knowledge of legal requirements pertaining to drawing blood, handling specimen samples, and the use of relevant medical equipment.Knowledge of testing protocols and the use of testing equipment.Superb dexterity and hand-eye coordination.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Keen attention to detail.Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!
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INSIGHT , we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world-class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to be the most innovative, ethical, and insightful clinical biomedical technology institution in the world. As we continue to develop and grow in the fields of neuroscience, medicine, and ethics, our mission is guided by the highest levels of leadership development through (E6 I3): Energy, Energizing, Edge, Ethics, Expertise, Execution, Innovation, Insight, Incubation.At
Insight Hospital & Medical Center , we are partnering with the community to build this historical institution into a model healthcare organization providing
PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE !The phlebotomist's job description focuses on the responsibility for taking blood from patients and properly labeling samples with the patient information and lab test orders from the doctor. The blood drawn by the phlebotomist can be used to test for a variety of medical conditions, from high cholesterol to diabetes.In order to be successful as a phlebotomist, you will need to be thorough when carrying out your duties, successfully maintain records of blood drawings, and generate reports to submit to physicians and/or other healthcare professionals.Responsibilities:Identifying patients and their personal information by reviewing their identity documents.Assessing patient needs, reviewing patient history, and determining the reason(s) for drawing blood.Selecting gauge needles and preparing veins or fingers for blood drawing.Extracting blood from patients through venipuncture or fingerstick.Analyzing blood specimens using the correct testing equipment, when necessary.Preparing specimens for transportation, including labeling vials accurately and matching blood specimens to patients.Supplying diagnostic notes to physicians, other healthcare professionals, and hospitals.Keeping and maintaining records of patient names, volume of blood drawn, and diagnostic findings.Cleaning, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment used in the drawing and testing of blood specimens.Ordering laboratory supplies, as needed.Minimum Requirements:Diploma in phlebotomy.Certification with the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians, Inc. and/or the National Phlebotomy Association (NPA).Proven experience working as a phlebotomist.Understanding of proper patient identification methods.Knowledge of legal requirements pertaining to drawing blood, handling specimen samples, and the use of relevant medical equipment.Knowledge of testing protocols and the use of testing equipment.Superb dexterity and hand-eye coordination.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Keen attention to detail.Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!
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