Phlebotomy Technician

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Job Title

Phlebotomy Technician

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Phlebotomy Transp Inpt-Main Campus Hospital

Job Code

C13001

Shift

Days + Call

Schedule

3:00am-11:30am

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

Phlebotomy Technicians are essential members of the medical laboratory team, responsible for the accurate and efficient collection of blood samples from patients. Because many individuals children, teens, and adults alike may feel anxious or fearful about needles or the blood-draw process, skilled phlebotomists play a critical role in creating a calm, reassuring experience. By using strong communication skills, empathy, and proper technique, they help put patients at ease while obtaining high-quality specimens. The team prefers candidates with prior phlebotomy experience. For new graduates, the team prefers candidates who have completed an externship during which they gained hands-on experience drawing blood. 

There is also significant opportunity for professional growth within the department, including roles such as Lead Phlebotomist, Team Lead, or Supervisor, as well as advancement throughout the Cleveland Clinic system.

A caregiver in this position works days + on-call, 3:00am—11:30pm. Every other weekend. 

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 

• Phlebotomy Technician experience

• 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 

• Experience strongly preferred 

• Trouble shooting and problem-solving skills 

• Demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision 

• Can excel in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment 

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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