Phlebotomy Technician

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Join Cleveland Clinic’s Avon Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in northeast Ohio, Avon Hospital has brought the future of medicine close to home for the residents in and around Lorain and Cuyahoga County. This regional hospital offers endless opportunities to build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world while making meaningful differences in the lives of others.   

As a Phlebotomy Technician, you’ll play an important role on the Medical Laboratory team, helping create a positive experience for patients while accurately and efficiently collecting the specimens needed for their care. Your skills and compassionate approach can help put patients at ease while supporting the laboratory and care teams behind the scenes. 

At Cleveland Clinic, your impact can extend beyond the work you do each day. You’ll have access to a variety of educational and professional development resources, including online courses, hands-on training, and opportunities to continue building your skills and growing your career. 

A caregiver in this position works part-time, 6:00am—11:00am. Weekends and holidays.  

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. 

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