Laboratory Support Technician/Phlebotomist Lake West Full Time

University Hospitals; Willoughby (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,000

Job summary

University Hospitals in Willoughby, OH is seeking entry level Phlebotomy staff to perform specimen procurement and processing, data entry, and PHI-compliant laboratory support. The role emphasizes efficient task organization to meet turnaround times and adherence to safety and UH policies.

The position requires basic phlebotomy training or related program, with CPT certification preferred. Evening shifts are available, and there is a $2,000 sign-on bonus for eligible hires, with some tax

Qualifications

• Formal phlebotomy training or medical assistant program preferred.
• Less than 1 year entry level required.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Competent in venipuncture for all ages.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen procurement and processing; provides laboratory support.
• Organizes tasks to meet departmental turnaround time standards.
• Performs data entry and laboratory processes including sterile technique and phlebotomy.
• Processes specimens for laboratory testing.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Data entry

PHI compliance

Safety policies

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPT certification (Preferred)

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

Job Duties

• Performs specimen procurement and/or processing of laboratory specimens. Provides laboratory support functions.
• Organizes and performs tasks efficiently to meet departmental turnaround time standards.
• Performs computer data entry, laboratory processes including sterile technique, aliquoting and/or phlebotomy
• Processes specimens for laboratory testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
• Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
• Full time40 hours per week.
• This is the evening shift: 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

Job Duties (duplicate)

• Performs specimen procurement and/or processing of laboratory specimens. Provides laboratory support functions.
• Organizes and performs tasks efficiently to meet departmental turnaround time standards.
• Performs computer data entry, laboratory processes including sterile technique, aliquoting and/or phlebotomy
• Processes specimens for laboratory testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
• Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
• Full time40 hours per week.
• This is the evening shift: 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

Sign-on Bonus:

• This position is eligible for a $2000 sign-on bonus to eligible candidates. Eligible candidates must be newly hired to UH.
• University Hospitals is offering a $2,000 sign on bonus, minus applicable taxes, for designated regular Phlebotomy positions.
• Internal Applicants are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

Primary Location

United States-Ohio-Willoughby

Work Locations

36000 Euclid Avenue

Job

Lab / Pathology

Organization

Lake_West_Medical_Center

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Entry Level

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Remote Work

No

Job Posting

Oct 12, 2026, 2:02:37 PM

Qualifications

• High School Equivalent / GED required and
• Other Accredited Program: Formal Training from an accredited phlebotomy school or medical assistant program preferred.
• less than 1 year Entry level required.
• Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, co-workers.
• Takes responsibility for self-development
• Working knowledge of preanalytic laboratory and safety policies and procedures.
• Display initiative to perform job duties
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Competent on venipuncture for all ages.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Phlebotomy Certification (Preferred Upon Hire)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%