Medical Laboratory Assistant II

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical Laboratory Assistant II role at Maine Medical Center represents the organization in patient settings, serving as a liaison and performing essential pre-analytical functions such as phlebotomy, specimen processing, specialty testing, order entry, waived testing, quality control, and specialty collection.

The position requires one year of phlebotomy/specimen management experience, high school diploma or GED, and relevant licensure preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• PBT/MLA certification from ASCP/AMT/NHA preferred; valid driver's license may be required for travel to other sites.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison across patient settings and perform pre-analytical tasks.
• Perform phlebotomy, specimen processing, and specialty testing as required.
• Enter orders, conduct waived testing, ensure quality control, and handle specialty collection as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen management

Order entry

Waived testing

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maine Medical Center

Laboratory Support
Req #: 98921

Summary:

The Medical Laboratory Assistant II 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, specialty testing, order entry, waived testing, quality control, and specialty collection.

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: One year of experience in Phlebotomy and Specimen Management 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

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 $20.27to $24.36 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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Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.