Phlebotomy Technician

ccf; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System in Garfield Heights seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to join the Marymount Hospital team. The role involves drawing blood from patients, labeling specimens and delivering them to the processing area as part of the Medical Laboratory Team.

The position requires compliance with safety protocols, accurate documentation and a willingness to work a rotating shift with on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Technical proficiency with standard procedures, techniques and common practices.
• Phlebotomy certification or equivalent credentials are preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program with clinical rotation/externship is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collection procedures and venipuncture following established protocols.
• Verify order requests and identify patient information prior to drawing blood.
• Label specimens correctly and transport to the appropriate processing area.
• Process specimens and complete accessioning, centrifugation and packaging tasks.
• Pickup and deliver blood and other lab supplies as needed.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Certification

Medical Assisting training or equivalent

Graduates of accredited phlebotomy program with clinical rotation/externship

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

Garfield Hts

Facility

Marymount Hospital

Department

Specimen Procurement-Marymount Hospital

Job Code

C13001

Shift

Days + Call

Schedule

8:30am-5:00pm/4:00am-12:30pm

Job Summary

Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County, Marymount Hospital is an acute care, faith-based hospital. Here, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare. As a part of our team, you will build a rewarding, lifelong career in a diverse and welcoming environment.

As Phlebotomy 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. 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 from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. OR 4:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. + on-call and rotating weekend and holiday requirements.

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

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Formal Phlebotomy Certification OR Medical Assisting training
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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