Clinical Assistant — Phlebotomy & Patient Care

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA seeks a patient care associate to support clinical operations with a focus on accurate data collection, specimen handling, and basic phlebotomy tasks. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely care and patient safety.

Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen collection, labeling, and EMR documentation, with mandatory training and competency assessments as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of equivalent experience in a medical setting.
• Phlebotomy certification may be preferred based on location.
• BLS Certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Record vital signs and other measurements in EMR.
• Collect specimens and label accurately with patient present.
• Perform phlebotomy and EKG where applicable.
• Transport patients, specimens, and equipment per policy.
• Notify staff of changes in patient conditions.
• Maintain stock of medical supplies and equipment.
• Assist with medical record preparation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Busy patient care setting

Technical proficiency

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College coursework preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA seeks a patient care associate to support clinical operations with a focus on accurate data collection, specimen handling, and basic phlebotomy tasks. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely care and patient safety.

Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen collection, labeling, and EMR documentation, with mandatory training and competency assessments as required.