Patient-First Phlebotomy Tech | Day Shift

Cleveland Clinic; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System in Mentor, OH is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to join Mentor Hospital's Reference Lab Sales-Diagnostics Institute. The role centers on accurate, patient-centered blood collection and supporting timely test results.

You will perform venipuncture, label specimens, and transport them to processing, while maintaining logs. Strong communication and empathy help keep patients calm; externship or practicum experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred or required depending on role.
• Externship or practicum experience in phlebotomy valued for hands-on competency.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collection procedures (venipuncture) and ensure accurate labeling of specimens.
• Label all specimens and deliver to the appropriate processing area.
• Maintain logs and logsheets as required by the department.
• Perform specimen processing and handling tasks including accessioning, centrifugation and packaging.
• Pickup and deliver blood and other lab supplies as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Phlebotomy technique

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal Phlebotomy Certification

Externship experience in phlebotomy

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Health System in Mentor, OH is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to join Mentor Hospital's Reference Lab Sales-Diagnostics Institute. The role centers on accurate, patient-centered blood collection and supporting timely test results.

You will perform venipuncture, label specimens, and transport them to processing, while maintaining logs. Strong communication and empathy help keep patients calm; externship or practicum experience is preferred.