Phlebotomist – Pediatric Laboratory
About The Position
Child Health Associates is seeking an experienced Phlebotomist to join their pediatric laboratory team in Auburn, MA. This is a full-time position where phlebotomy is a primary responsibility, but the role also involves additional laboratory tasks such as processing specimens, performing approved laboratory and point-of-care tests, operating laboratory equipment, documenting and reporting test results, maintaining supplies, and supporting the day-to-day operation of the lab. The ideal candidate is an experienced phlebotomist who enjoys variety, likes learning new skills, and wants to become an important part of a pediatric clinical team.
Requirements
- Hands-on phlebotomy experience required
- Strong venipuncture skills required
- Must be comfortable performing blood draws throughout the workday
- Willingness and ability to learn additional laboratory procedures and testing
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to follow established laboratory procedures and safety standards
- Comfortable working with children and communicating with parents and caregivers
- Ability to remain calm and patient when working with anxious or fearful patients
- Dependable, organized, and able to work efficiently in a busy environment
- Team-oriented attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric phlebotomy experience strongly preferred
- Phlebotomy certification preferred, but not required
- Experience in a physician office, outpatient laboratory, hospital, or similar healthcare setting preferred
- Laboratory or point-of-care testing experience is a plus, but not required
Responsibilities
- Perform venipuncture and blood collection on pediatric patients
- Work with infants, children, adolescents, and their families to create a calm and positive blood-draw experience
- Select appropriate collection tubes and ensure specimens are collected correctly
- Accurately label and handle specimens
- Follow established procedures for patient identification, specimen collection, and infection control
- Recognize collection issues and take appropriate steps when specimens cannot be obtained or do not meet requirements
- Receive, prepare, process, and route laboratory specimens
- Centrifuge and prepare specimens as appropriate
- Perform approved laboratory and point-of-care testing after required training and demonstration of competency
- Operate laboratory equipment according to established procedures
- Perform routine quality-control procedures
- Document and report laboratory results accurately
- Prepare specimens for transport to outside/reference laboratories
- Monitor laboratory supplies and assist with inventory
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
- Clean and maintain laboratory equipment
- Follow established laboratory safety, quality-control, and infection-prevention procedures
- Assist with other laboratory and clinical support responsibilities as needed
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick time
- 401(k) with employer match
- Life insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Stable schedule and excellent work-life balance
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to expand your laboratory skills and experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
