Phlebotomy, EKG & Lab Support Specialist

North Country Hospital; Newport (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

North Country Hospital in Newport, VT, is recruiting a Laboratory Assistant to perform phlebotomy, collect specimens, enter orders, and support the laboratory while prioritizing patient comfort and safety. The role requires strong communication and basic computer skills, with on-the-job training available.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, phlebotomy experience or certification preferred, and a willingness to learn in a community-focused hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy experience and basic medical terminology helpful but on-the-job training available.
• Phlebotomy certification recommended but not required at hire.
• Basic computer entry or word processing skills required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic assessment of patients and give instructions in the proper collection of specimens.
• Accurately identify patients and label specimens correctly and clearly.
• Independently collect blood by capillary and venipuncture with minimal discomfort.
• Function as laboratory receptionist by receiving test orders, answering phones, verifying tests, and determining collection priority.
• Process all types of body fluid and tissue specimens, assuring specimen quality and proper identification.
• Perform EKGs on patients, review tracings for quality, and notify physicians of any serious abnormalities.
• Respond to Codes.
• Perform CLIA waived laboratory testing.
• Clean laboratory glassware and centrifuges; prepare bleach for bench cleaning.
• Monitor Sensoscientific temperature alarms, notifying technologists of deviations.

Skills

Clerical experience

Phlebotomy experience

Medical terminology

EKG experience

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Certification (desirable)

Job description

North Country Hospital in Newport, VT, is recruiting a Laboratory Assistant to perform phlebotomy, collect specimens, enter orders, and support the laboratory while prioritizing patient comfort and safety. The role requires strong communication and basic computer skills, with on-the-job training available.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, phlebotomy experience or certification preferred, and a willingness to learn in a community-focused hospital setting.