Phlebotomy & Lab Courier: Impactful Patient Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc.; Beverly (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc. is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venipuncture and capillary punctures for adult and pediatric patients, route specimens, and support EPIC EHR data entry. The role includes phlebotomy precepting and QA responsibilities within a busy ambulatory lab setting.

Essential duties include specimen processing, CLS QA, and routine waived tests with a focus on accuracy, safety, and timely courier packing. Travel to off-site locations may be required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of phlebotomy certification program with externship is preferred but not required.
• ASCP certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Centrifuge blood and prepare specimens for courier pickup or testing.
• Perform dipstick urinalysis, pregnancy testing, rapid strep testing; collect urine and throat cultures.
• Perform daily quality control of testing per SOP and manufacturer guidelines.
• Conduct basic testing such as ECGs, spirometry, vision and hearing screening, and glucose monitoring as site-specific.
• Maintain housekeeping, hazardous waste handling, and inventory.
• Act as preceptor for new staff as directed by supervisor.
• Ensure accuracy of patient identification and specimen labeling in ambulatory settings.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Patient interaction

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy certification (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc. is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venipuncture and capillary punctures for adult and pediatric patients, route specimens, and support EPIC EHR data entry. The role includes phlebotomy precepting and QA responsibilities within a busy ambulatory lab setting.

Essential duties include specimen processing, CLS QA, and routine waived tests with a focus on accuracy, safety, and timely courier packing. Travel to off-site locations may be required.