Phlebotomy Technician Ccsr Jobs

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. 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. We are looking for a Phlebotomy Technician to join our team of devoted caregivers. Within this role, you will be collecting blood samples from our inpatient and outpatient communities. Your primary duties will include: • Performing specimen processing and sending out tasks for all specimen types. • Picking up and delivering blood, other sample types, and lab supplies to appropriate areas. • Communicating information to the correct personnel. • Greeting customers and providing a positive patient service experience. • Following venipuncture procedures and maintain appropriate log sheets. The ideal future caregiver is someone who: • Currently is certified as a Formal Phlebotomist. • Comes to work with a willingness to learn and grow. • Works positively in a close-knit, team-building environment. • Provides empathetic and patient-centered care. This position provides a multitude of opportunities for those who are devoted and ready to continue their career development within Cleveland Clinic. Caregivers in this position will have opportunities to learn inpatient, outpatient, and central processing roles; while also having opportunities to take open roles for processing techs and team leads within the organization. After completing one year at medina, caregivers can leave if they choose and apply for jobs within the PLMI to advance their careers. At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Pick up and deliver blood, other sample types, and lab supplies to appropriate areas.
• Verifies order requests and identifying information prior to drawing blood or collecting the specimen/kit to be tested by analytical staff. Label all specimens collected and deliver them to the appropriate processing area.
• Provide excellent patient service at check in where applicable.
• Perform specimen processing and send out tasks including accessioning, centrifugation, and packaging for transport when necessary for all specimen types.
• Follow venipuncture procedures and maintain appropriate log sheets.
• Greet patients warmly when they present to outpatient lab desks or when entering a patient's room and complete test request entry and specimen receipt using lab computer.
• Perform blood collection procedures and related tasks.
• Actively listen and promote effective communication flow both within and outside of the department.
• Accurately communicate essential information to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a fantastic customer service rapport and interact in a pleasant, courteous and cordial manner with co-workers and patients at all times.
• Participate in team discussions, provide problem solving ideas and contribute to quality improvement goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Certifications:

• Formal phlebotomy certification preferred.

Complexity of Work:

• Effectively operate in a flexible work environment.
• Trouble shooting and problem solving skills in a team environment is essential.
• Demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to excel in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.

Work Experience:

• Technical proficiency; standard procedures, techniques and common practices required.

Physical Requirements:

• Visual acuity including the ability to distinguish colors.
• Requires frequent and long durations of standing and walking.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to manipulate blood drawing equipment and make measurements.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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