Phlebotomist (Laboratory Assistant II) – Lab Support (24 hours night shift 9p-5a] Week

Boston Medical Center; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Pharmacy

403(b) plan

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a part-time Phlebotomist for overnight shifts (9p-5a) with every other weekend. The role entails phlebotomy, specimen registration in LIS, and processing specimens for referral labs, in various hospital areas.

Responsibilities include inventory monitoring, maintaining records, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures. Education: high school diploma; phlebotomy training preferred; SunQuest/Epic Dexterity experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of phlebotomy training program preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred, ASCP certification/eligible preferred.
• SunQuest and Epic Dexterity proficiency required.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written procedures.
• Ability to communicate adequately with all laboratory clients.
• Basic clerical/data entry skills preferred.
• Excellent client relations skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lab Registration: Register and order specimens into LIS and generate labels.
• Specimen Collection: Perform phlebotomy on inpatients and outpatients per policy.
• Specimen Processing/Send-Outs: Prepare specimens for referral labs and ensure correct data.
• Microbiology: May include plant specimens on correct media.
• Monitors inventory levels and maintains equipment in good order.
• Maintains accurate records of processes in manual and computer systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Client relations

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training program

Phlebotomy certification preferred

ASCP certification/eligible preferred

Tools

SunQuest

Epic Dexterity

Job description

At Boston Medical Center, we are committed to improving the health of our communities by delivering exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect. Our continued focus on the patient experience informs our caregivers on how to provide care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient and family preferences, needs and values. If you are seeking a fast-paced, challenging position in an organization committed to achieving and maintaining a standard of excellence in all we do, our organization may be a good fit for you.

Schedule: 24 Hours, Overnight, 9p-5a, Every Other Weekend, Part-Time, Benefit Eligible Week 1 Sun, Thurs, Fri & Week 2 Mon, Tues, Sat

Position Summary

Performs a variety of routine duties to assist in laboratory processes, such as, performing venipunctures on both inpatient and outpatient population in various areas of the hospital. Performs a variety of functions related to accurate and safe collection and processing of laboratory specimens from patients of all ages. Follows the procedure manual and operates in accordance with the policies of the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Lab Registration: Registers and orders specimens received from clients into LIS. Receives, verifies, and enters patient, test, and information into LIS computer system according to policy. Generate barcode labels, label specimens, print outstanding specimen list.
• Specimen Collection: Perform phlebotomy on inpatient and outpatient populations using the stated procedural policies. Perform therapeutic phlebotomies. Monitors workflow using the specimen tracker.
• Specimen Processing/Send-Outs: Processes specimens including centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling. Prepares specimens to be sent to referral laboratories; obtains proper detailed information pertaining to sample requirements such as: test codes, appropriate specimen type and volume needed, process and deliver specimens to appropriate department. Package and send specimens to the appropriate Reference Laboratory per specimen requirements.
• Microbiology: This job may also include plant specimens on correct media and incubate them properly.
• Monitors inventory levels and stores equipment and supplies in a neat and orderly manner.
• Maintains accurate records of processes performed, using manual and computer-based systems.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Graduate of phlebotomy training program preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: phlebotomy certification preferred, ASCP certification/eligible preferred.
• Software/Hardware: SunQuest and Epic Dexterity sufficient to manipulate instrumentation. Ability to read, understand and follow written procedures.
• Ability to communicate adequately with all laboratory clients.
• Basic clerical/data entry skills preferred.
• Excellent client relations skills required.

Compensation Range

$19.29- $28.67

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Pharmacy
• Contract increases
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) savings matches
• Earned time cash out
• Paid time off
• Career advancement opportunities
• Resources to support employee and family wellbeing

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.

Equal Opportunity and Eligibility

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.