Phlebotomy Technician

Company: Cleveland Clinic
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

Phlebotomy Technician - Inpatient 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. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Phlebotomist is an integral member of the medical laboratory team whose primary function is the collection of blood samples from patients. Phlebotomists also facilitate the collection and transportation of other laboratory specimens ( e.g. urine). Very often the patient's only contact with the medical laboratory is the phlebotomist. Many patients, from children and teens to adults, often find needles and the idea of having their blood drawn frightening. It takes a skilled Phlebotomist to put the patient at ease while obtaining all the required specimens. A caregiver in this position works 12 : 0 0 p m - 8 : 3 0pm. 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. Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: 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. Salaries which may be shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

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