Phlebotomy Lab Assistant, Full-time

Spaulding Hospital - Boston and Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Technologist to assist with specimen preparation and processing in a clinical setting. This role involves collecting blood specimens, performing routine tests, and ensuring compliance with laboratory standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and excellence, and make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• One year Clinical Internship or on-the-job training in a clinical or hospital laboratory required.
• Certification in Phlebotomy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens by venipuncture on various age groups.
• Complete technical duties per laboratory guidelines, including cleaning equipment.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Microsoft Office applications

Knowledge of LIS

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

LIS

MS Windows

Job description

Under close supervision of a qualified Medical Technologist, assist with preparation of specimens and processing (e.g. centrifugation) of routine tests including urinalysis, hematology, and in some instances clinical chemistry.

Key Responsibilities

• Blood specimens are collected by venipuncture on geriatric, adults, children, and infants addressing their age specific needs and per phlebotomy standards.
• Outstanding Phlebotomy draws are checked regularly and completed to meet expected time frames.
• Technical duties are completed per laboratory guidelines, including cleaning equipment, maintaining inventory, and assisting with faxes and reports as needed.
• Assists in Clerical/Administrative duties e.g. answering calls, making reports, etc. to meet department needs.
• Patient test specimens (LIS) are received and barcode labels are generated and specimens are labeled per department standards.
• Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.
• PCC Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.

Qualifications and Experience

Education/Degree

Required

*High School diploma required

Experience

Required

• One year Clinical Internship/ on the job training in a clinical or hospital laboratory required.

Preferred

• One to two years phlebotomy experience preferred.

Skills(Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS,etc.)

Required

• Computer proficiency required.Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.
• Knowledge of LIS, computer, keyboard, MS Windows required.
• • Certification in Phlebotomy is preferred.
  • Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.

*Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.

*Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.

• High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
• Attention to detail.

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.