Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomist

About the position

The Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomist at Southcoast Health is responsible for obtaining and processing specimens, ensuring accurate labeling, and maintaining laboratory equipment. This role is crucial in supporting the laboratory's operations and providing quality care to patients. The position requires flexibility in scheduling, including evening shifts and weekend rotations, and offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and diverse work environment.

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.

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.

Benefits

• $3,000 new hire sign-on bonus
• Competitive pay
• 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
• Customized leadership training