Lead Phlebotomy Technician

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus is seeking a Lead Outreach Phlebotomy Technician to coordinate daily operations for mobile phlebotomy staff and support the Sales Outreach Department. You will draw blood, collect and transport specimens, and supervise travel teams serving nursing homes, rehab centers, and care facilities.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years phlebotomy experience, a BLS certification, and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS Certification by American Heart Association at hire or within 3 months.
• 2 years of phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and processing duties.
• Assist with supervisory responsibilities.
• Monitor and ensure timely specimen collection and processing.
• Distribute workload among traveling phlebotomists and lab staff.
• Develop and deliver educational programs for staff and clients.
• Participate in hiring and evaluate employee performance.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Driving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Formal Phlebotomy Program Certificate

Tools

Blood collection equipment

Specimen transport

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Lead Outreach Phlebotomy Technician supports the Team Leader by coordinating the daily operations of outreach phlebotomy staff. This team supports the Sales Outreach Department within the Lab and plays a vital role in providing mobile phlebotomy services to nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and other care facilities. Team members are responsible for drawing blood, as well as picking up and delivering specimens to designated hubs.

A caregiver in this position works days, 8:00am—5:00pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Performing phlebotomy and processing duties.
• Assisting with supervisory responsibilities.
• Monitoring and ensuring timely specimen collection and processing.
• Distributing and balancing workload among traveling phlebotomists and lab processing staff.
• Facilitate development & training for new staff and peer sponsor during their new hire period.
• Assist with supervisory duties when needed.
• Participate in hiring process as well as input on employee performance, including corrective actions and evaluations.
• Assist the Team Lead in developing, training and delivering educational programs for both the traveling outreach phlebotomy team and our Extended Care Clients.
• Build a strong working relationship with internal and/or external customers to meet their needs.
• Travel to patient locations, these include but are not limited to client’s facilities, and house calls.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association must be presented upon hire or within the first 3 months of employment
• A current, valid Driver License is required as well as personal auto liability insurance coverage with the limits of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident on bodily injury, and $100,000 in property liability damage
• 2 years of (current) phlebotomy experience
• Experienced and proficient in blood collection from all patients (EX: Senior Nursing Facilities, Rehabilitation Centers, Assisted Living Facilities, or private homes)
• Experienced with the handling/transport of Laboratory specimens, laboratory safety, medical terminology and laboratory waste management

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduation certificate from a formal accredited Phlebotomy program
• Associate’s Degree
• ASCP Phlebotomy Certification
• 3 or more years of experience

Physical Requirements:

• Requires frequent standing and walking.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to manipulate blood drawing equipment and make measurements.
• Visual acuity including the ability to distinguish colors.
• This position is primarily traveling in nature.
• The average amount of lifting is 10 pounds with occasional carrying of objects up to 20 pounds
• Work requires finger dexterity and eye hand coordination
• Working irregular hours including On-call hours
• Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions.
• Pushing and pulling heavy objects
• Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $20.77

Maximum hourly: $31.68

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).