Clinical Assistant: Patient Care & Phlebotomy Support

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clinical Assistant at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston supports direct patient care, collects vital signs, draws blood, and assists with invasive procedures under supervision.

You will also handle specimen collection, transport, and clerical tasks, maintain EMR entries, and ensure supplies and patient safety in a fast-paced oncology environment. A high school diploma and basic clinical training are required, with BLS within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED minimum; college coursework preferred.
• Clinical qualification includes 2 years of equivalent experience in a medical setting.
• Basic certifications such as BLS within 60 days of hire; phlebotomy certification may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals, record accurately in EMR, and report changes to staff.
• Perform phlebotomy and EKG as applicable; ensure patient safety and two-identifier policy.
• Assist with specimen collection, patient transport, and supplies management.
• Support nursing/medical staff during invasive procedures and patient care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

The Clinical Assistant at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston supports direct patient care, collects vital signs, draws blood, and assists with invasive procedures under supervision.

You will also handle specimen collection, transport, and clerical tasks, maintain EMR entries, and ensure supplies and patient safety in a fast-paced oncology environment. A high school diploma and basic clinical training are required, with BLS within 60 days.