Phlebotomy Technician

ccf; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System in Twinsburg, OH is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician for a PRN role in the Diagnostics Institute. You will be part of the Medical Laboratory Team, helping ease patient anxiety during blood draws and ensuring proper specimen collection.

Role involves float opportunities to other locations for coverage and participation in ongoing education and professional development offerings. Dayshift with specific schedules vary: 8:30am-5:30pm or 9:00am-6:00pm.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Technical proficiency with standard phlebotomy procedures.
• Graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation/externship is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collection procedures and venipuncture.
• Verify order requests and identify information prior to drawing blood.
• Label specimens and deliver to the processing area.
• Perform specimen processing and related tasks (accensioning, centrifugation, packaging).
• Pickup and deliver blood and lab supplies as needed.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal Phlebotomy Certification

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

Phlebotomy Technician

Location

Twinsburg

Facility

Twinsburg Medical Office Building

Department

Lab FHC Support Services-Diagnostics Institute

Job Code

C13001

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:30am-5:30pm/9:00am-6:00pm

Job Details

Beachwood Family Health and Surgery Center continues to provide the excellent healthcare our patients have come to expect from Cleveland Clinic. At this facility, you will join a team of caregivers committed to serving the east side community with compassion, empathy and kindness. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Phlebotom ist Technician, you are an integral member of the Medical Laboratory Team. Many patients 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. Due to this being a PRN role, you may float to other locations for coverage. While helping enhance the care experience, you can also explore the countless educational and professional development resources offered by Cleveland Clinic, including online courses, in-person trainings and more.

A caregiver in this position works days, 8:30am-5:30pm or 9:00pm-6:00pm.

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 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

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.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

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