Phlebotomist Technician - PRN

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Phlebotomist Technician - PRN Location Akron Facility Bath Health and Wellness Department Lab Service Ctr-Cleveland Clinic Akron General Job Code C99940 Shift Day/Evening/Night/Weekend Schedule 6:30am-5:00pm Job Summary Job Details 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 . 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 PRN caregiver in this position works varying days and hours, as needed. Floating between Green, Bath and Stow Health and Wellness Centers will be required , as needed. 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 GED Technical proficiency with standard procedures, techniques and common practices Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a team environment Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Formal Phlebotomy Certification Graduate of an accredited phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation/externship One year of phlebotomy experience 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. 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. If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster . Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.