Phlebotomy Technician

About the role

Join Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Avon Hospital provides state-of-the-art healthcare to all its patients and is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This designation is the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical proficiency with standard procedures, techniques and common practices
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team environment
• One year of Phlebotomy experience

Preferred qualifications

• Formal Phlebotomy Certification
• Graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation/externship

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred qualifications: Formal Phlebotomy Certification, Graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation/externship

Skills

• Technical proficiency with standard procedures, techniques and common practices
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team 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.

Benefits

A caregiver in this position works FT, days/evenings/nights/weekends. A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Pay

Pay Range Minimum hourly: $17.95 Maximum hourly: $25.50