Phlebotomy Technician

Cleveland Clinic•Berkeley Springs, WV

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Bath 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. The phlebotomy team at Akron General works closely with providers to ensure that our patients receive the best care possible and the most reliable specimen collection and results we can provide. A caregiver in this position works Monday-Friday from 8:30AM – 5:00PM and every 3rd Saturday from 8:00AM – 12:00PM.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Technical proficiency with standard phlebotomy procedures, techniques and common practices
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation/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 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.