Laboratory Assistant II ED Phlebotomist

Tenet Healthcare; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health care system seeks a phlebotomist to perform essential laboratory functions, including specimen collection and testing. The position emphasizes strong experience in phlebotomy and adherence to safety protocols, including vaccination requirements. Join a committed team delivering quality healthcare in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• One year of laboratory experience or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program required.
• Phlebotomy certification where state law requires.
• Preferred experience in laboratory computer/lab information systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine technical and clerical functions, including specimen registration and billing.
• Conduct phlebotomy duties and perform CLIA waived laboratory tests as assigned.
• Assist in microbiology processing and specimen plating.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory experience

Specimen handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a phlebotomy program

Job description

MetroWest Medical Centeris the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a location close to home. The 307-bed regional healthcare system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick and the MetroWest Wellness Center. MetroWest Medical Center has been named to the 2019 America’s 100 Best Hospitals List by Healthgrades.

Onboarding Process:Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.

Position Summary:

Performs routine technical and clerical functions. Performs venipuncture, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested.

Responsibilities

Performs routine technical and clerical functions to include specimen registration and billing. Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens. Performs phlebotomy duties as assigned. Will perform waived testing, and assist in microbiology processing and plating specimens, as requested.

Qualifications:

Education:

Required: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred: Completion of a phlebotomy program

Experience:

Required: 1 year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program

Preferred: In addition to above, basic laboratory computer/lab information system experience

Certifications:

Required: Phlebotomy certification where State law requires

Preferred: Completion of formal phlebotomy training program and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT or similar

Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.