Lead Phlebotomy Tech - Sign-On Bonus & Growth

Cleveland Clinic; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital is seeking a Lead Phlebotomy Technician to oversee Inpatient Phlebotomy, Outpatient Lab and Specimen Processing, ensuring continuous workflow. You will draw blood, transport specimens, interpret physician orders and mentor team members in a patient-centered environment.

The role emphasizes leadership plus hands-on phlebotomy, safety, and quality, with on-call duties including every other weekend and holidays, offering opportunities to train staff while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Proficiency in infant and pediatric phlebotomy.
• Demonstrated leadership and training experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle internal and external customer service issues/concerns and initiate any necessary follow-up.
• Communicate to the staff all procedural changes and/or problems pertinent to the delivery of healthcare.
• In the absence of Supervisor or Team Leader, serve as the point person for problem resolution in a timely manner.
• Collect blood samples from all patients using venipuncture or capillary puncture techniques.
• Interpret physician orders for sample collection.
• Instruct patients in the proper technique for collecting various specimens.
• Process specimens and enter results for tests referred to reference laboratories.
• Deliver all samples collected to the Laboratory Accession Area for processing.
• Ensure safety and attend to any patient who faints or becomes ill.
• Coordinate orientation and training schedules.
• Assist Supervisor/Team Leader to ensure section is in compliance with accrediting and regulatory agency standards and safety guidelines.
• Assist in the training of Phlebotomy students and the orientation of new employees.
• Participate in and/or conduct in-services and continuing education programs.
• Attend workshops, seminars and lectures to keep current on new procedures and equipment.
• Maintain inventory system for Laboratory stock and Outpatient Drawing Areas.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Infant & Pediatric Phlebotomy

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree

Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital is seeking a Lead Phlebotomy Technician to oversee Inpatient Phlebotomy, Outpatient Lab and Specimen Processing, ensuring continuous workflow. You will draw blood, transport specimens, interpret physician orders and mentor team members in a patient-centered environment.

The role emphasizes leadership plus hands-on phlebotomy, safety, and quality, with on-call duties including every other weekend and holidays, offering opportunities to train staff while