Phlebotomy Technician - Neuro Expansion

ccf; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Neurological Institute as a Phlebotomy Technician on the Neuro Expansion team at the Main Campus. Work on the 1st shift and support a broad spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services, performing blood draws and ensuring specimen integrity in a high-volume, cutting-edge environment.

You will participate in a clinical setting that emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and continuous learning through online courses and in-person trainings, while contributing to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical proficiency with standard phlebotomy procedures.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving in a team environment.
• Formal phlebotomy certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collection procedures and venipuncture; maintain accurate log sheets.
• Verify order requests and patient information prior to drawing blood.
• Label specimens and deliver to the correct processing area.
• Perform specimen processing and related tasks including accessioning, centrifugation and packaging.
• Transport blood and other specimens as needed and deliver lab supplies.

Skills

Blood collection

Venipuncture

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

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 - Neuro Expansion

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Phlebotomy Transp Inpt-Main Campus Hospital

Job Code

C13001

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm

Job Summary

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

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Neurological Institute and become part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Our Institute is expanding with a new one million square foot, 15 floor, state of the art facility on Main Campus to enhance care for complex conditions such as brain tumors, spine injuries, epileptic seizures, neuromuscular disorders and strokes. The building brings all stages of care under one roof with dedicated areas for outpatient services, surgery, stepdown, ICU and epilepsy monitoring, along with additional operating rooms and expanded ambulatory, infusion, imaging, EMG, sleep and brain study services. We are welcoming nearly 500 new caregivers to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to nationally recognized, innovative neurological care. Come join us in the next wave of transformative care at Cleveland Clinic.

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 1st shift: Weekdays 3:00am--7:00am, Weekends 3:00am--11:30am.

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.

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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