Phlebotomy Technician

Cleveland Clinic; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2,500

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Bath Health and Wellness Center is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to join the Medical Laboratory Team. You will collect blood samples from patients, label specimens accurately, and ensure timely delivery to the processing area, while helping to ease anxious patients during draws.

The role is Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, with every 3rd Saturday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. A High School Diploma or GED and phlebotomy proficiency are required; preferred candidates have

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Technical proficiency with standard phlebotomy procedures and practices.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collection procedures and venipuncture.
• Verify orders and identify information prior to drawing blood.
• Label specimens and deliver to processing area.
• Process specimens and complete related tasks (accessioning, centrifugation, packaging).
• Pickup and deliver blood, other samples and lab supplies.

Skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Troubleshooting

Team environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited phlebotomy program

Job description

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500*

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500*

Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Bath Health and Wellness Center and become part of a top healthcare system in Akron. This patient-friendly facility offers a variety of primary care, emergency care and specialty services along with Lifestyles, a medically based fitness program and facility.

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 caregiver in this position works Monday-Friday from 8:30AM – 5:00PM and every 3rd Saturday from 8:00AM – 12:00PM.

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 phlebotomy procedures, techniques and common practices
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team environment

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• 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.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $17.95

Maximum hourly: $25.50

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.).