Fairview Hospital- Full Time Phlebotomist, 2nd Shift, 10 Hour Shifts
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
Job posting number: #7107837 (Ref:ccf16441525)
Posted: August 9, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Join the Cleveland Clinic Phlebotomist team at Fairview Hospital where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital is currently ranked No. 5 in Ohio, No. 4 in the Cleveland Metro Area.
As a phlebotomist at the Fairview Hospital Laboratory, you will:
-Perform blood collection procedures.
-Verify order requests and identify information prior to drawing blood or collecting the specimen/kit to be tested by analytical staff.
-Correctly label all specimens collected and deliver them to the appropriate processing area.
-Perform specimen processing and send out tasks including accessioning, centrifugation and packaging for transport when necessary for all specimen types.
-Provide a positive customer service rapport with both patients and all caregivers.
The ideal candidate is someone who:
-Has proficient phlebotomy skills.
-Is committed to attendance and timeliness.
-Has strong customer service and critical thinking skills.
-Possesses effective time management.
-Works well on a close-knit team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is formally phlebotomy certified and is passionate about helping others. Professional growth opportunities are also available.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
As a phlebotomist at the Fairview Hospital Laboratory, you will:
-Perform blood collection procedures.
-Verify order requests and identify information prior to drawing blood or collecting the specimen/kit to be tested by analytical staff.
-Correctly label all specimens collected and deliver them to the appropriate processing area.
-Perform specimen processing and send out tasks including accessioning, centrifugation and packaging for transport when necessary for all specimen types.
-Provide a positive customer service rapport with both patients and all caregivers.
The ideal candidate is someone who:
-Has proficient phlebotomy skills.
-Is committed to attendance and timeliness.
-Has strong customer service and critical thinking skills.
-Possesses effective time management.
-Works well on a close-knit team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is formally phlebotomy certified and is passionate about helping others. Professional growth opportunities are also available.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
Responsibilities:
- Performs blood collection procedures and related tasks.
- Verifies order requests and identifying information prior to drawing blood or collecting the specimen/kit to be tested by analytical staff.
- Labels all specimens collected and delivers them to the appropriate processing area.
- Follows venipuncture procedures and maintains appropriate log sheets.
- Greets patients warmly and professionally at check in or when they present to outpatient lab desks or when entering a patient's room and completes test request entry and specimen receipt using lab computer.
- Performs specimen processing and sends out tasks including accessioning, centrifugation and packaging for transport when necessary for all specimen types.
- Communicates essential information to appropriate personnel.
- Actively promotes effective communication flow both within and outside of the department.
- Picks up and delivers blood, other sample types, and lab supplies to appropriate areas.
- Provides a positive customer service rapport and interacts in a pleasant, courteous and cordial manner with co-workers and patients at all times.
- Participates in team discussions, provide problem solving ideas and contribute to quality improvement goals.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED.
Certifications:
- Formal phlebotomy certification preferred.
Complexity of Work:
- Trouble shooting and problem solving skills in a team environment is essential.
- Effectively operate in a flexible work environment.
- Demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to excel in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
Work Experience:
- Technical proficiency; standard procedures, techniques and common practices required.
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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