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.
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