Phlebotomy Apprenticeship

Mass General Brigham•Newton, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Apprentice is an entry-level, work-and-learn role combining didactic instruction with supervised clinical training, primarily focused on phlebotomy and specimen collection. This is a learning role, and all clinical functions are performed under the guidance of experienced educators and department leaders. Apprentices build confidence, refine technique, and develop the professional skills needed for independent phlebotomy practice through supervised patient encounters and incremental competency assessments. The Apprentice may not perform clinical functions independently until competency has been formally evaluated and documented by program leadership. Successful completion of the program prepares the Apprentice to sit for a nationally recognized phlebotomy board examination.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail, especially in specimen collection, labeling, and documentation.
Ability to learn and perform phlebotomy procedures accurately and confidently.
Effective communication skills and a patient-first customer service approach.
Ability to assess and respond to patient needs, including anxiety and potential adverse reactions.
Ability to follow standardized protocols, safety procedures, and compliance requirements.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across clinical and laboratory settings.
Basic understanding of patient privacy, confidentiality, and infection control.

Nice To Haves

0–1 year of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete all required training components, including didactic instruction, hands-on skills labs, supervised clinical hours, performance assessments, competency checkpoints, and the required number of independent venipunctures and capillary sticks.
Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection under direct supervision, progressively expanding techniques and patient populations as competency is assessed and documented.
Apply patient identification and specimen labeling procedures under educator oversight, with steps verified before specimen transport during active training.
Learn to recognize adverse patient reactions, such as syncope, hematoma, and anxiety, and respond according to program protocol under staff guidance.
Develop patient communication skills, including explaining procedures and helping manage anxiety, through supervised encounters and educator feedback.
Handle sharps and biohazardous materials in accordance with safety requirements and complete required safety training.
Build proficiency in laboratory information systems and electronic requisitioning under educator guidance, and complete HIPAA training with supervised application.
Perform additional specimen collection procedures, such as urine collection, swabs, or EKGs, only after completing relevant training and receiving formal competency sign-off.
Complete program requirements in preparation for eligibility to sit for a nationally recognized phlebotomy board examination.