Laboratory Assistant-Phlebotomist

Southcoast Health System, Inc. • Fairhaven, MA

11d • $22 - $29

About The Position

Southcoast Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant-Phlebotomist for its Primary Care location in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Laboratory Site or designee, this role obtains and processes specimens and performs phlebotomy for inpatient and outreach clients, including home draws, nursing homes, and outreach locations. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on a day shift, with rotating shifts between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and every fourth Saturday. Pay is based on experience, with a listed range of $22.16 to $29.11 per hour. A $2,500 new-hire sign-on bonus is offered; rehires whose employment ended more than one year ago are also eligible.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a college-based, nationally accredited phlebotomy program or a Medical Laboratory Assistant program, or equivalent.
• Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or equivalent is required within two years from the date of hire.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for an exemption for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement after hire.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• $2,500 new-hire sign-on bonus; eligible rehires must have been separated for more than one year.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off package.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403B retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance and Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed