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Job Description Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine , as a Vascular Access Phlebotomist in the Nursing Inpatient Phlebotomy department. Here, you will be responsible for drawing blood and IV placements at UChicago Medicine under minimal supervision. The phlebotomist will verify orders, generate specimen collection labels, and confirm patient identity prior to specimen collection. At UChicago Medicine, we provide state-of-the-art care for conditions of the blood vessels and lymphatic system. Our experts treat all vascular conditions, offering non-surgical, minimally invasive and traditional surgical options to deliver the highest level of patient care. This department is the Nursing Inpatient Phlebotomy department. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. The Vascular Access/Phlebotomy Technician is responsible for drawing blood from inpatients and starting peripheral IVs as needed on patients in various locations under minimal supervision. Includes patient and order verification and generation of specimen collection labels. Essential Job Functions Performs venipuncture and skin punctures with expertise and in a customer service-oriented fashion, adhering to all established policies and procedures Properly packages specimens for delivery through the pneumatic tube system Stocks blood drawing carts and keep cart and area clean, safe, and sterile Use of handheld system to identify patients, indicate specimen collection status and generate specimen collection labels Stocks blood drawing area and keeps areas clean, safe, and sterile Plans the delivery of IV access for patients in coordination with the healthcare team Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent Must have current CPR training recognized by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Ability to follow oral and written instructions and perform a variety of patient assistance without direct supervision Ability to interact effectively with patients, clinical staff, and the general public Phlebotomy qualification would include one of the following: C.N.A. with phlebotomy certification M.A. with phlebotomy certification

EMT-B

EMT-P

Preferred Qualifications IV insertion and IV certification IV access with Ultrasound trained Training in phlebotomy from an accredited program One-two years of practical experience with references Thorough knowledge of asepsis; manual dexterity and accuracy Ability to follow directions and established procedures with attention to detail Demonstrate ability to utilize institutional computer systems Demonstrate ability to interact effectively with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare workers Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE) Shift: Day Shift (7:00 pm - 3:30 pm), Monday - Friday, Every other Weekend/Holiday Work Location: Hyde Park Campus Unit/Department: Nursing Inpatient Phlebotomy CBA Code:Non-Union In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the Day Shift, from approximately 7:00 am - 3:30 pm andwill notbe scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work100%at theHyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled willvary depending on the week, but we anticipate that you will be scheduled to work on weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday) only every other week. Why Join Us We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion. UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities. UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics. Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire. Compensation & Benefits Overview UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union. Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Chicago Medical Center

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