Lab Assistant for Phlebotomy Program - Springfield Technical Community College

Springfield Technical Community College; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) seeks a Lab Assistant for the Phlebotomy Program to supervise and instruct students during hands-on labs. You will work with the instructor to maintain a safe, orderly learning environment and support lab setup and breakdown.

Responsibilities include teaching the hands-on portion, meeting lab objectives, employing diverse teaching styles, and guiding at-risk students to succeed while upholding professionalism and STCC values.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomist with at least two years of experience.
• Phlebotomy Certification in MA or equivalent experience.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach hands-on portion of the course following the syllabus.
• Ensure that laboratory content and objectives are met.
• Utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Actively challenge and engage students to encourage participation and learning with mutual respect.
• Maintain student retention within the program and support at-risk students.
• Respond to student questions with respect and professionalism.

Skills

Two years phlebotomy experience

Strong written and interpersonal

Excellent organizational skills

Strong leadership skills

Education

MA Phlebotomy Certification or equivalent

Job description

Category: Workforce Development/Adult Basic Education (ABE)

About Springfield Technical Community College :

Located on 35 acres of the Springfield Armory National Historic Site and founded in 1967, Springfield Technical Community College is a major resource for the economic vitality of Western Massachusetts. As the only technical community college in Massachusetts, STCC offers a variety of career programs unequalled in the state. Digital Multimedia, IT Security, Nursing, Robotics, Sonography, Mechanical Engineering Technology (Advance Manufacturing) and dozens of other career programs produce potential employees each year. STCC's highly-regarded transfer programs in Business, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Science and Technology continue to provide the most economical option for students pursuing a four-year degree. With an annual enrollment of over 6,500, evening, weekend and online students, STCC is a vibrant campus rich in diversity and justifiably proud of our designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution. Respect, is one of the Core Values of the College and we strive to nurture mutual respect among faculty, staff and students. With respect, we embrace differences to create an inclusive environment for all. Together, we support students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.

Job Description:

The purpose of the Lab Assistant for the Phlebotomy Program is to supervise and instruct the students in the hands‑on portion of the program. The Lab Assistant, along with the instructor is responsible for providing quality lab instruction; establishing and maintaining an orderly, safe and disciplined learning environment and performing other duties as assigned. These may include set up, break down labs, copying and library pickup.

Functions:

• Teach hands‑on portion of the course following the syllabus.
• Ensure that laboratory content and objectives are met.
• Utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate the diverse learning styles.
• Actively challenge and engage students to encourage participation and learning, while maintaining mutual value and respect.
• Actively work to maintain student retention with the program.
• Identify at‑risk students and provide guidance to help them succeed.
• Respond to student questions and inquiries with respect.
• Performs job duties safely for the purpose of protecting people and property.
• Uphold the highest levels of professionalism and ethical conduct.
• Perform other job‑related duties.

KNOWLEDGE of the subject area(s) appropriate for the class being taught including of the Phlebotomy Technician certification program, approved and effective techniques of students supervision, motivation, and discipline.

DEMONSTRATE and teach students regarding assigned technical areas, specially to train individuals in the techniques of the following:

• Infection control, standard/universal precautions, and safety.
• Anatomy and physiology of body systems with emphasis on the circulatory system.
• The appropriate medical terminology.
• The importance of proper identification of patients and specimens; the importance of accuracy in overall patient care.
• Proper selection and preparation of skin puncture site selection, including selection of antiseptic.
• Blood collection equipment; types of tubes and additives, proper order of draw and special precautions.
• Appropriate disposal of sharps (needles) and waste.
• Advanced infectious disease control and biohazards.
• Anti‑coagulation theory
• Knowledge of pre‑analytical sources of errors in specimen collection, transport, processing, and storage.
• Anatomical site selection and patient preparation.
• Risk factors and appropriate responses to complications which may arise from phlebotomy.
• Explain the importance of recognizing problems with the test requisitions, specimen transport and processing and the corrective actions involved.
• Quality assurance in phlebotomy necessary to provide accurate and reliable test results.
• Legal issues related to blood collection.

Requirements:

• Phlebotomist with at least two years of experience.
• Phlebotomy Certification in MA or equivalent experience.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong leadership skills.li>
• Commitment to professional and program development.
• Commitment to developing a positive, collaborative environment.
• Student‑centered and strong commitment to the STCC Values.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Salary: $22 per hour, up to 18.5 hours per week.
Benefits: No
Union: Non‑Union Position
Grant Funded: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:

Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.

PRE‑EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

STCC conducts a pre‑employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.

POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY:

Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex‑Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at [e-mail], the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.