Medical Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible work options

Paid parental leave

Student loan assistance

Professional development opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

MaineHealth's NorDx Laboratory is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant I to support patient care in a fast-paced laboratory setting. You will perform pre-analytical tasks such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, specimen processing, and order entry, contributing to accurate, timely test results.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED and phlebotomy training; a valid driver's license may be required for travel among sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• PBT/MLA from the ASCP, AMT, or NHA preferred.
• Valid Driver's License may be required if role involves travel to other work sites/locations.
• Phlebotomy training through NorDx Phlebotomy School or equivalent program required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytical functions such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, specimen processing, and order entry.
• May be asked to work at other sites/locations as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Experienced, qualified applicants are eligible for a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus.This bonus will be prorated forPart Timeor Per Diem positions.Please note this bonus is not available to current MaineHealth employees or prior employees that have been separated for less than 6 months.

Description

NorDx

Laboratory Support

Req #: 85349

Summary

Experienced, qualified applicants are eligible for a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus.This bonus will be prorated forPart Timeor Per Diem positions.Please note this bonus is not available to current MaineHealth employees or prior employees that have been separated for less than 6 months.

The Medical Laboratory Assistant I role represents the organization in all patient settings serving as a liaison and performs key pre-analytical functions, such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, specimen processing, and order entry.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• License/Certifications: PBT/MLA from the ASCP, AMT, or NHA preferred. Valid Driver's License may be required if role involves travel to other work sites/locations.
• Experience: Technical training as a Phlebotomist through NorDx Phlebotomy School or equivalent program required.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: May be asked to work at other sites/locations as needed.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $19.87to $23.75 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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