Phlebotomist

Job Description:

• The Patient Services Representative II (PSR II) represents the face of our company to patients who come in, both as part of their health routine or for insights into life-defining health decisions.

• The PSR II draws quality blood samples from patients and prepares those specimens for lab testing while following established practices and procedures.

• The PSR II has direct contact with patients and creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence while explaining procedures to patients and drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and accurate manner.

• The PSR II will demonstrate Leadership Behaviors while focusing on process excellence skills and sensitivity to confidentiality and accuracy to patient information.

• Successful applicants may be assigned to a doctor's office, a patient service center or as business needs dictate.

• Under the direction of the area supervisor, perform daily activities accurately and on time.

• Maintain a safe and professional environment.

• Performs with confidence, both the forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures.

• Perform verification of patient demographic info / initials including patient signature post-venipuncture to verify tubes were labeled in their presence and that the name on the label is correct.

• Maintains required records and documentation.

• Demonstrates organizational commitment and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees and the public in general.

Job Requirements:

• Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.

• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

• 3 years phlebotomy experience required, inclusive of pediatric, geriatric and capillary collections.

• Minimum 2 years in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.

• Ability to provide quality, error free work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision.

• Excellent phlebotomy skills to include pediatric and geriatric.

• Flexible and available based on staffing needs, which includes weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime.

• Committed to all Policies & Procedures including Company dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles.

• Must be able to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment.

• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver license, and clean driving record, if applicable.

• Travel and flexible hours required to work multiple locations and required to cover at Patient Service Center/In-Office Phlebotomy locations with minimal notice.

• Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.

• Must demonstrate Superior Customer Focus; ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors and patients; ability to accelerate and embrace change; and knowledge of our business.

• Customer service in a retail or service environment preferred.

• Keyboard/data entry experience.

• Medical terminology is essential

• Shift/Time Zone:M-F 8A-4:30P

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.