Phlebotomy Technician

                    

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Job Title

Phlebotomy Technician

                        

Location

Akron

                    

Facility

Bath Health and Wellness

                     

Department

Lab Service Ctr-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

                      

Job Code

C13001

                     

Shift

Day/Evening Rotation

                       

Schedule

8:30am-5:00pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

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. 

 

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:30AM – 5:00PM. 

 

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 

 

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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.

                       

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