Cleveland Clinic·Lakewood, Ohio
Perform accurate blood collection and venipuncture procedures while maintaining detailed log sheets. Responsible for labeling specimens, processing samples via centrifugation, and delivering them to appropriate areas.
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Schedule: 1:30pm-5:30pm
Cleveland Clinic Lakewood Family Health Center is happy to bring a new generation of healthcare to Lakewood. Our focus is on providing top-quality care, outstanding service, strong educational programs and community investment. Cleveland Clinic provides a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn and grow.
Phlebotomy Technicians are essential members of the medical laboratory team, responsible for the accurate and efficient collection of blood samples from patients.
Because many individuals children, teens, and adults alike may feel anxious or fearful about needles or the blood-draw process, skilled phlebotomists play a critical role in creating a calm, reassuring experience.
By using strong communication skills, empathy, and proper technique, they help put patients at ease while obtaining high-quality specimens.
The team prefers candidates with prior phlebotomy experience.
For new graduates, the team prefers candidates who have completed an externship during which they gained hands-on experience drawing blood.
There is also significant opportunity for professional growth within the department, including roles such as Lead Phlebotomist, Team Lead, or Supervisor, as well as advancement throughout the Cleveland Clinic system.
30pm—5:30pm.
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.
• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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Market context
In Ohio, phlebotomy technician roles are commonly supported by ongoing demand in hospitals, labs, and outpatient settings, where reliable specimen collection is essential to daily operations. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for strong technical accuracy, patient communication, and preferred certification or medical assisting training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then highlight your hands-on phlebotomy skills and any training in your application.