Medical Laboratory Assistant I

MaineHealth; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant I to join their team. This role is crucial in ensuring efficient pre-analytical functions, including specimen collection and processing. The successful candidate will work closely with health care professionals in a supportive environment that values community and individual growth. With a focus on flexibility and well-being, this position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible applicants, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in healthcare. If you are passionate about delivering best-in-class care, this is the perfect place for you.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education programs

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred for this role.
• PBT/MLA certification from ASCP, AMT, or NHA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection and phlebotomy tasks.
• Act as a liaison in patient settings and process specimens.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen processing

Order entry

Patient liaison

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PBT/MLA certification

Job description

NorDx

Laboratory Support
Req #: 25695

Summary

Experienced, qualified applicants are eligible for a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus. This bonus will be prorated for Part Time or 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)

1. Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
2. 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.
3. Experience: Technical training as a Phlebotomist through NorDx Phlebotomy School or equivalent program required.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: 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 of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Aarin D. Miles at [e-mail]