Medical Lab Assistant II Nephrology

MaineHealth; Portland (ME, OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant II to join their collaborative team. This role offers a flexible schedule with 24 to 32 hours per week, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments. You'll gain valuable experience in phlebotomy and specimen management while working in a supportive and cheerful lab environment. With no weekend or major holiday shifts required, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their laboratory career while building meaningful relationships with patients. Join a team that values mutual support and excellence in care.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policy

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in phlebotomy and specimen management.
• PBT/MLA certification preferred from ASCP, AMT, or NHA.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens and assist providers with laboratory requests.
• Perform key pre-analytical functions including specimen collection and processing.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen Management

Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Summary:

This position offers a flexible schedule of 24 to 32 hours per week, depending on the candidate's preference.

Join a provider office laboratory where you will learn to process specimens, assist providers with laboratory requests, and perform some point-of-care testing. You will gain knowledge about kidney disease and have the opportunity to build personal relationships with our patients.

Advance your laboratory assisting career in this bright and cheerful lab environment. We seek a candidate capable of working independently and collaboratively with others.

The Medical Laboratory Assistant II role involves representing the organization in all patient settings, serving as a liaison, and performing key pre-analytical functions such as specimen collection (phlebotomy), specimen processing, specialty testing, order entry, waived testing, quality control, and specialty collection. This is a day shift position with no weekends or major holidays required.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

1. Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
2. License/Certifications: PBT/MLA from the ASCP, AMT, or NHA preferred. A valid driver’s license may be required if the role involves travel to other sites/locations.
3. Experience: At least one year of experience in phlebotomy and specimen management is required.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements: May be asked to work at other sites/locations as needed.
5. Additional Skills/Requirements (Preferred): N/A

Additional Information

With a career at any MaineHealth location across Maine and New Hampshire, you will work with healthcare professionals who highly value both their colleagues and the communities they serve.

We offer benefits that support your current needs and provide flexibility for the future, including paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, and well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth is committed to investing in our care team and fostering an inclusive environment where you can thrive and reach your full potential. If you're looking to build a meaningful career in an organization that values mutual support and excellence in care, apply today.