Phlebotomist – Float

Advocate Aurora Health

. Verify positive patient identification and assess patient reactions to specimen procurement .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timePark Ridge • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $30 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in phlebotomy techniques, including specimen collection and processing, while ensuring compliance with CLIA 1988 guidelines. Proficient in patient communication and documentation, with a strong focus on quality assurance and customer service.

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Phlebotomy ExperienceSpecimen ProcessingQuality Control ChecksPatient CommunicationBasic Computer Skills

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Hard Skills

VenipunctureSpecimen CollectionSpecimen LabelingQuality Assurance DocumentationData EntryProficiency TestingAliquotingTest Request VerificationLaboratory Result EntryInventory Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsGood Listening SkillsCustomer Service SkillsAbility to Handle Stressful SituationsAbility to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment

Industry Keywords

CLIA 1988 GuidelinesPatient IdentificationSpecimen ProcurementLaboratory FunctionsHealthcare Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Verify positive patient identification and assess patient reactions to specimen procurement
Perform venipuncture and collect specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients
Obtain specimens according to priority and scheduled draw times
Label specimens properly and resolve specimen identification or requisition problems
Perform limited testing under CLIA 1988 guidelines
Answer and screen telephone calls
Assist with inventory and maintain supplies and equipment
Support billing and other business functions
Accept, receive, sort, package, and track specimens for transport
Process specimens for testing, including aliquoting, pre-analytical steps, and loading instruments
Respond to specimen procurement requests
Order and verify test requests
Document quality assurance/improvement information and run quality control checks
Notify providers of stat, critical, and other abnormal results according to policy
Enter laboratory results in the computer system
Perform and review proficiency testing and pending or management reports
Generate and distribute reports
Instruct employees and students in phlebotomy, data entry, and specimen processing
Provide site coverage across Park Ridge, Chicago, Buffalo Grove, Hoffman Estates, and Lake Zurich

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
1 year phlebotomy experience, preferred
Knowledge and experience in phlebotomy or related laboratory function
Basic computer skills, including experience using computer software applications
Keyboarding and typing skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good listening skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated customer service skills
Ability to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served
Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and bend for the majority of the workday
Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns, and eye and face protection as needed
Ability to work rotating Saturdays; no Sundays

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits eligible
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay based on teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career development and well-being programs
Competitive compensation