Phlebotomy Technician I

Prime Healthcare; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician I to obtain blood specimens from patients of all ages under supervision. The role includes data entry, proper specimen handling, and routine lab support across multiple departments.

The position emphasizes accurate phlebotomy technique, patient communication, and readiness to assist in microbiology, hematology, chemistry, and other areas as needed. Full-time, variable shift with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program or equivalent on-the-job training with documented competency.
• Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician is preferred.
• BLS certification within forty-five days of hire and maintained.
• Minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for blood specimens.
• Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique with newborns to geriatric patients.
• Process specimens across microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank.
• Prepare specimens for referral to reference laboratories and stock routine supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness of storage areas, equipment and work areas.
• Handle or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation per policy.
• Assist with sample pickup, sorting, and other lab support tasks as assigned.
• Support pathology, inventory, and supplies management as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department manager/director.

Skills

Good communication

Telephone etiquette

Clerical data entry

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy training program

Phlebotomy Technician certification (preferred)

BLS certification within 45 days

1 year clinical laboratory experience (preferred)

Tools

Automated laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Overview

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org.

Responsibilities

The Phlebotomy Technician I primarily perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor.

This individual: 1) performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties, 2) possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory, 3) demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner, 4) demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients, 5) processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens, 6) processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories, 7) stocks routine supplies, 8) maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas, 9) processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures, 10) may be assist to Pick up samples at hospital/ OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.. 11) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.

2. Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program or equivalent on-the-job training with documented competency required.

3. Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician preferred.

4. BLS certification within forty-five days of hire and maintained current, according to hospital requirement.

5. Minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $20.00 to $23.75. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf