Phlebotomist

Encompass Health Corporation; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Phlebotomist in Woburn, Massachusetts. The role involves obtaining blood specimens and assisting with routine analysis. Candidates must have phlebotomy training and CPR certification.

This position includes on-call duties, and proficiency with office and laboratory equipment is necessary. The work environment is indoor and sometimes stressful, requiring physical stamina and the ability to lift patients.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy registration preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Basic computer skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood specimens effectively.
• Assist in routine analysis.
• Perform clerical and technical duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Phlebotomy training course completion

Tools

General office equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Job Overview

The Phlebotomist is responsible for obtaining satisfactory blood specimens and for assisting in performing routine analysis by performing clerical, computer and limited technical duties. Incumbent is subject to weekends, holidays and on-call duty as assigned.

Shift

5AM - 10AM

Licenses & Certifications

• Phlebotomy registered (American Society of Clinical Pathologist or other accepting certifying agency) preferred
• CPR certification

Education & Training

• Phlebotomy training course completion
• Basic computer skills

Machines & Equipment Used

• General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, computer
• Standard and specialty laboratory equipment and machines

Physical Requirements

• Good visual acuity and ability to communicate
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds, which includes the lifting, pushing and/or pulling of medical supplies and equipment and the transferring and repositioning of patients. Reasonable assistance may be requested when lifting, pushing, and/or pulling are undertaken which exceeds these minimum requirements
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking
• Ability to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch are required for patient care functions and in setting up and monitoring equipment
• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment
• Ability to ambulate to and from other departments
• Ability to recognize colors

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively
• Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail‑oriented manner
• Ability to work independently without supervision

Environmental Conditions

• Indoor, temperature‑controlled, smoke‑free environment. Occasional outdoor exposure
• Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required
• Handicapped accessible
• May work under stressful circumstances at times

Proficiency or Productivity Standards

• Meets established attendance standards
• Adheres to hospital/department dress code including wearing ID badge
• May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings and/or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines
• May be required to work on religious and/or legal holidays on scheduled days/shifts
• Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster
• May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor