Lab Associate/Phlebotomist – Full Time – Norwood

Atrius Health; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare leader is seeking a dedicated Lab Associate/Phlebotomist to join their team in Norwood. In this full-time role, you will play a crucial part in patient care by obtaining blood samples and providing essential information about laboratory tests. This position offers a competitive health and welfare benefit package, along with a commitment to professional growth. Join a forward-thinking organization that values quality, patient-centered care and be part of a team that enhances lives through coordinated healthcare services. If you are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Up to 8% company retirement contribution

Competitive health and welfare benefit package

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood samples and other specimens from patients.
• Provide information concerning laboratory tests according to standard procedures.

Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Lab Information Systems (LIS)

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Technician Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Job Description - Lab Associate/Phlebotomist – Full Time – Norwood (125135)

Lab Associate/Phlebotomist – Full Time – Norwood - ( 125135 )

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.

SUMMARY

Obtains blood samples and other non-blood specimens from patients and may deliver samples to the laboratory. Provides factual information concerning laboratory tests, according to standard procedure. The job tasks will vary based on the needs of the site.

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit required or non-U.S. High School diploma deemed equivalent after evaluation of the diploma by either Center for Educational Documentation (CED) or North American Education Group (NAEG) (or equivalent education, training or experience). CPR and Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) certification preferred. Graduation from a Phlebotomy technical training program strongly preferred. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.

EXPERIENCE

Knowledge of medical terminology obtained through previous medical practice experience preferred (up to 1 year).

SKILLS

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing required. Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation required. Proficiency in the use of Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred.

Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.

· Up to 8% company retirement contribution,

· Competitive health and welfare benefit package.

Organization

Organization

Laboratory

Primary Location

Primary Location

Norwood MA

Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Job

Job

Laboratory Services

Job Level

Job Level

Entry Level

Job Type Regular Full Time - 40 Hrs (Full Time Benefit Eligible)