Inpatient Phlebotomy

Company: Cleveland Clinic
Location: Canton
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

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.Perform all patient service and required blood and sample collection/tracking/transport/processing for all patient groups. This is a Full Time Position - 40 hrs per week Shift is 4am - 12:30pm does include working some weekends and holidays-

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