Phlebotomy Technician- $1000 Sign On Bonus
Cleveland Clinic
Warrensville Hts, OH
Job posting number: #7117094 (Ref:ccf17165556)
Posted: November 30, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Cleveland Clinic will offer $1,000 sign-on bonus (external new hires).
Join Cleveland Clinic at South Pointe hospital where you will work with a department that believes in providing world-class patient care. At South Pointe Hospital, we are combining the skills of empowering physicians and staff to provide a supportive environment for our patients, patients’ families, and fellow caregivers. With 173-registered beds, we have been able to serve the community for over 60 years and continue to provide our patient-centered model of care on a day-to-day basis.
We are looking for a Phlebotomist to join our team of caregivers. Within this position, you will be responsible for collecting blood, processing specimens, and perform reference laboratory processing in laboratory testing. Caregivers in this position should be proficient in blood collection from patients of all age groups and perform related techniques including glucose tolerance tests and blood cultures. You will prepare samples for testing and manages specimen in the laboratory information system, prepare and ships reference laboratory specimens and resolves pending specimens and pending transports, and monitor test ordering patterns and requisitions to ensure compliance with outpatient laboratory testing.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
Join Cleveland Clinic at South Pointe hospital where you will work with a department that believes in providing world-class patient care. At South Pointe Hospital, we are combining the skills of empowering physicians and staff to provide a supportive environment for our patients, patients’ families, and fellow caregivers. With 173-registered beds, we have been able to serve the community for over 60 years and continue to provide our patient-centered model of care on a day-to-day basis.
We are looking for a Phlebotomist to join our team of caregivers. Within this position, you will be responsible for collecting blood, processing specimens, and perform reference laboratory processing in laboratory testing. Caregivers in this position should be proficient in blood collection from patients of all age groups and perform related techniques including glucose tolerance tests and blood cultures. You will prepare samples for testing and manages specimen in the laboratory information system, prepare and ships reference laboratory specimens and resolves pending specimens and pending transports, and monitor test ordering patterns and requisitions to ensure compliance with outpatient laboratory testing.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
Responsibilities:
- Performs blood collection procedures and related tasks.
- Verifies order requests and identifying information prior to drawing blood or collecting the specimen/kit to be tested by analytical staff.
- Labels all specimens collected and delivers them to the appropriate processing area.
- Follows venipuncture procedures and maintains appropriate log sheets.
- Greets patients warmly and professionally at check in or when they present to outpatient lab desks or when entering a patient's room and completes test request entry and specimen receipt using lab computer.
- Performs specimen processing and sends out tasks including accessioning, centrifugation and packaging for transport when necessary for all specimen types.
- Communicates essential information to appropriate personnel.
- Actively promotes effective communication flow both within and outside of the department.
- Picks up and delivers blood, other sample types, and lab supplies to appropriate areas.
- Provides a positive customer service rapport and interacts in a pleasant, courteous and cordial manner with co-workers and patients at all times.
- Participates 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:
- Trouble shooting and problem solving skills in a team environment is essential.
- Effectively operate in a flexible work environment.
- 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:
- 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.
By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.
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