Phlebotomy Technician

Phlebotomy TechnicianJoin Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Stow Health and Wellness Center and become part of a top healthcare system in Akron. This patient-friendly facility offers a variety of primary care, emergency care and specialty services along with Lifestyles, a medically based fitness program and facility.Phlebotomy Technicians are integral members of the Medical Laboratory Team whose primary function is the collection of blood samples from patients. Many patients, from children and teens to adults, often find needles and the idea of having their blood drawn frightening. Using your experience and skills, you can help put the patient at ease while obtaining all the required specimens.A caregiver in this position works days, 7:30am—4:00pm or 8:00am—4:30pm.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 GEDTechnical proficiency with standard procedures, techniques and common practicesTroubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team environmentPreferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:Formal Phlebotomy CertificationPhysical 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.The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.