Phlebotomy Technician
About the role
Join Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. As a proud recipient of the Vizient, Inc.'s Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Award, Medina Hospital is known for its excellence in delivering safe, patient-centered care that is timely, effective, efficient, and equitable. Medina Hospital has also been recognized for its commitment to creating a positive environment that empowers and engages staff by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
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
- Minimum qualifications: 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: Formal Phlebotomy Certification, graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation/externship, experience, trouble shooting and problem-solving skills, demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision, can excel in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
Qualifications
- 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.
Skills
- Strong communication skills.
- Empathy.
- Proper technique.
Benefits
Medina Hospital offers a supportive and empowering environment where caregivers can build a rewarding, lifelong career. Professional growth opportunities within the department, including roles such as Lead Phlebotomist, Team Lead, or Supervisor, as well as advancement throughout the Cleveland Clinic system are available.
Schedule
The team prefers candidates who work evenings, from 12:00pm—8:30pm.
Pay
Pay Range Minimum hourly: $17.95 Maximum hourly: $25.50