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Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant, PRN/REGISTRY

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is hiring for a PRN/Registry Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant in Chicago, IL.

La Rabida offers rewarding job opportunities across a wide array of clinical, administrative, and support service functions. If you’re ready to work for an organization where caring is a way of life, you’ve come to the right place. Oh, and the lakefront views are spectacular too! 

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Job Summary: 

Process requests for laboratory work by obtaining specimens and inputting required information in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and Clinical Information System. Provide reports and other related information to clients as needed. Collects, prepares, and processes specimens for Reference Lab Testing. Performs Point of Care (POC) testing.

Essential Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant Functions: 

• Draw blood samples from the patient following set guidelines including strict adherence to National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG).  

• Blood draws for employees as directed by Employee Health 

• Prepare blood samples for “send out” of POC testing 

• Perform waived laboratory testing by following the manufacturer’s instructions, enter and verifies results in Laboratory Information Systems in accordance with laboratory policies 

• Process inpatient laboratory requests utilizing Laboratory Information System and verifies collection 

• Process orders, collect specimens, verify, and process clinic patient orders

• Enters specimen and test information when required

• Prepares and processes specimens for Reference Lab Testing when required

• Scanning of reference laboratory test results when necessary

• Interact effectively with physicians, patients, and other support services

• Participate in inventory management and optimal resource utilization

What we need from you: 

• High school diploma and an approved phlebotomy program or 4-5 years of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required 

• Two (2) years of previous pediatric phlebotomy experience required

• Laboratory Assistant experience required 

• CPR Required-Only certifications issued by the American Heart Association, or the American Red Cross will be accepted

• PBT (ASCP) and/or CLPIB (NCA) programs, MA certification preferred 

• General knowledge of phlebotomy procedures and practices 

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
   

What you will receive:

• Competitive Salary 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 

• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Accident Insurance 

• Retirement Plan and Matching 

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Tuition Reimbursement  

 Who we are:   

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is the only hospital of its kind in Chicago. As an acute care specialty hospital, we focus on treating those with complex medical conditions, chronic illnesses, developmental disabilities, abuse, and trauma. La Rabida is a place unlike any other. We understand the needs of families with children battling the most serious or complicated of conditions. With teams of the best healthcare providers in Chicago, we give continuous, comprehensive care, education, and support, helping families face their unique obstacles head-on. 

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 

Conditions of Employment Required to demonstrate full vaccination status for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) with a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized or FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine; OR Qualify for a reasonable accommodation for an exemption from vaccine requirements based on a medical disability or because of a sincerely held religious belief. Additional information and instructions regarding how to request a reasonable accommodation will be provided on request at the time of selection.