Phlebotomy Technician

Cleveland Clinic•Slaton, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Technician works on the Medical Laboratory team at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, collecting specimens accurately and efficiently while helping provide a positive, reassuring patient experience. The role supports laboratory and care teams by performing blood collection and specimen processing duties. The position is full-time, outpatient/72 hours, with a schedule of either 3:00 a.m.–11:30 p.m. or 4:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., as stated in the posting. It includes every-other-weekend work and an on-call rotation, with no holidays. The position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500. Cleveland Clinic provides access to educational and professional development resources, including online courses, hands-on training, and opportunities to build skills and grow a career.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Technical proficiency with standard procedures, techniques, and common practices.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Formal phlebotomy certification.
Graduation from an accredited phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation or externship.
One year of phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

Perform blood collection procedures, follow venipuncture procedures, and maintain appropriate log sheets.
Verify order requests and identify information before drawing blood or collecting a specimen or kit.
Label collected specimens 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 laboratory supplies.
Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.