Laboratory Assistant-Phlebotomist

Southcoast Health System, Inc. • Fall River, MA

119d • $21 - $28

About The Position

Join Southcoast Health, a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics, and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are searching for a talented Laboratory Assistant-Phlebotomist to be part of our community-focused and care-driven team. This position is integral to our commitment to providing world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. The Laboratory Assistant-Phlebotomist will work under the general supervision of the Manager, Laboratory Site or designee, and will be responsible for obtaining correct specimens and volumes, ensuring accurate labeling, processing and delivering specimens, and maintaining equipment and instrumentation. This role requires a commitment to our culture of well-being that embraces diversity and inclusivity.

Requirements

• Equivalent to successful completion of a college-based, nationally accredited, phlebotomy program or a Medical Laboratory Assistant program.
• Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC or equivalent) is required within two years from date of hire.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons.

Responsibilities

• Obtain correct specimens and volumes according to current procedures.
• Ensure all specimens are appropriately and accurately labeled.
• Process and deliver specimens to correct laboratory departments.
• Enter all specimen and patient information in LIS or department logs.
• Generate accurate reports in a timely fashion and distribute appropriately.
• Perform phlebotomy on inpatient, outreach clients, home draws, nursing homes, and outreach locations.
• Maintain equipment and instrumentation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off Package
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees