Phlebotomist Technician - PRN

ccf; Akron (OH); On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking a Phlebotomist Technician - PRN at Akron General. The role focuses on blood collection, patient comfort, and ensuring reliable specimen handling within the Medical Laboratory Team.

The position requires phlebotomy training/certification and a commitment to high-quality patient care while supporting a flexible PRN schedule across day/evening/night/weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical proficiency with standard procedures, techniques and common practices.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team environment.
• Formal Phlebotomy Certification preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program with clinical rotation/externship.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collection procedures and venipuncture with care for patient comfort.
• Verify order requests and identify information prior to drawing blood or collecting specimens.
• Label all specimens and deliver to the appropriate processing area.
• Perform specimen processing and related tasks such as accessioning, centrifugation, and packaging.
• Pickup and deliver blood, other sample types and lab supplies as needed.

Skills

Procedures & techniques

Team problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal Phlebotomy Certification

Graduate phlebotomy program

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives - beginning with our own. That's the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Phlebotomist Technician - PRN

Location

Akron

Facility

Bath Health and Wellness

Department

Lab Service Ctr-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

Job Code

C99940

Shift

Day/Evening/Night/Weekend

Schedule

6:30am-5:00pm

Job Summary

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Job Details

Phlebotomy Technicians are integral members of the Medical Laboratory Team whose primary function is the collection of blood samples from patients. Many patients, from children and teens to adults, often find needles and the idea of having their blood drawn frightening. Using your experience and skills, you can help put the patient at ease while obtaining all the required specimens. The phlebotomy team at Akron General works closely with providers to ensure that our patients receive the best care possible and the most reliable specimen collection and results we can provide.

A PRN caregiver in this position works varying days and hours, as needed.

Floating between Green, Bath and Stow Health and Wellness Centers will be required, as needed.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform blood collection procedures, follow venipuncture procedures and maintain appropriate log sheets.
• Verify order requests and identify 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.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical proficiency with standard procedures, techniques and common practices
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team environment

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Formal Phlebotomy Certification
• Graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation/externship
• One year of phlebotomy experience

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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