Phlebotomy & Lab Processing Specialist

InterMed; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

InterMed in South Portland, ME invites a Lab Assistant to join our clinical team. The role focuses on phlebotomy, specimen processing, and ensuring accurate accessioning in EMR and LIS, with attention to patient comfort and safety.

You will maintain supply levels, prepare samples for transport, and assist in QA activities while adhering to CLIA/OSHA guidelines. Prior phlebotomy training and at least 1 year of experience preferred; strong customer service is essential.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a phlebotomy or lab assistant training course required.
• 1 year of phlebotomy experience with all patient types preferred.
• Excellent professional judgment, phone skills and decision-making ability.
• Ability to implement universal precautions consistently.

Responsibilities

• Understand LIS and EMR systems to accession and process all lab samples, including outside orders.
• Perform phlebotomy for adult and pediatric patients and ensure proper patient identification.
• Maintain supply levels and order processing supplies as needed.
• Assist in training new employees and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer Service

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Phlebotomy Training Certificate

Tools

EMR

LIS

Job description

InterMed in South Portland, ME invites a Lab Assistant to join our clinical team. The role focuses on phlebotomy, specimen processing, and ensuring accurate accessioning in EMR and LIS, with attention to patient comfort and safety.

You will maintain supply levels, prepare samples for transport, and assist in QA activities while adhering to CLIA/OSHA guidelines. Prior phlebotomy training and at least 1 year of experience preferred; strong customer service is essential.