Phlebotomist Technician

AECOM; Independence (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the Cleveland Clinic's Independence Family Health Center as a Phlebotomy Technician. This PRN role requires collecting blood samples and facilitating specimen transportation, with opportunities for growth and flexibility in your work schedule. Ideal candidates will possess technical proficiency and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Requires standing and walking for long durations.
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Proficient in common phlebotomy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples and maintain log sheets.
• Verify order requests before drawing blood.
• Label and deliver specimens to the processing area.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Manual dexterity

Visual acuity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Formal phlebotomy certification

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic's Independence Family Health Center and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This patient-friendly facility offers primary care, express care and a wide array of specialty services. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career.

The Phlebotomy Technician is an integral member of the medical laboratory team whose primary function is the collection of blood samples from patients. Phlebotomy Technicians also facilitate the collection and transportation of other laboratory specimens (e.g. urine). Very often the patient's only contact with the medical laboratory is with the Phlebotomy Technician. Many patients, from children and teens to adults, often find needles and the idea of having their blood drawn frightening. It takes a skilled Phlebotomy Technician to put the patient at ease while obtaining all the required specimens.

This PRN position offers flexibility and provides opportunities for growth, with the ability to move to other teams internally or into a leadership starting as a team lead.

**This is a PRN position with caregivers working rotating shifts between 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.**

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Perform blood collection procedures, follow venipuncture procedures and maintain appropriate log sheets.

+ Verify order requests and identifying information prior to drawing blood or collecting the specimen/kit.

+ Label all specimens collected and deliver them to the appropriate processing area.

+ Perform specimen processing and send out tasks, including accessioning, centrifugation and packaging.

+ Pick up and deliver blood, other sample types and lab supplies.

+ Float to multiple locations such as Lakewood, Westlake, North Olmsted.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ High school diploma or GED

+ Technical proficiency with standard procedures, techniques and common practices

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Formal phlebotomy certification

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**Physical Requirements:**

+ Requires frequent and long durations of standing and walking.

+ Visual acuity including the ability to distinguish colors.

+ Manual dexterity sufficient to manipulate blood drawing equipment and make measurements.

**Personal Protective Equipment:**

+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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