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Job TitlePhlebotomy Technician

                        

LocationLakewood

                    

FacilityLakewood Family Health Center

                     

DepartmentLab FHC Support Services-Diagnostics Institute

                      

Job CodeC13001

                     

ShiftDays

                       

Schedule1:30pm-5:30pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

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 specimens from patients. Because many individuals—children, teens, and adults—may feel anxious or fearful about needles or the blood-draw process, skilled phlebotomists play a vital role in creating a calm, reassuring experience. Through strong communication skills, empathy, and proper technique, they help put patients at ease while ensuring the collection of high-quality specimens.

There are also significant opportunities 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.

A caregiver in this position works days, 1:30pm—5:30pm.  

 

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 

Phlebotomy Technician experience  

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 

Experience strongly preferred 

Trouble shooting and problem-solving skills 

Demonstrate the ability to work under minimal supervision 

Can excel in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment 

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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