Student - Phlebotomy Training

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth's NorDx Phlebotomy School in Scarborough, ME offers a six-week program where students are paid full-time, benefits-eligible employees while training for a Medical Lab Assistant I position. The program provides clinical knowledge, hands-on practice, and a clear advancement path within the NorDx lab system.

Graduates commit to the lab role for at least 18 months after completion and can advance to positions such as ML A II, mentor, or supervisor with ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No healthcare experience required.
• Must be able to work any shift, holiday and/or weekend as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy techniques and blood collection during training.
• Complete a minimum of 200 sticks by end of the training.
• Follow all departmental procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Commit to working as a Phlebotomist for at least 18 months after program completion.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Scarborough, ME
Facility: NorDx
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Day
Job Category: Laboratory Support
Req #: 84858
Date Posted: Sep 28, 2026

The NorDx Phlebotomy School is designed to provide students with the clinical knowledge and competency to become a highly skilled Phlebotomist and the opportunity to earn while you learn!All students chosen for the School are paid, full time , benefited employees and will transfer to a permanent Medical Lab Assistant I position and receive a significant pay increaseupon successful completion of the course.

Once in your permanent position, you will have the opportunity to advance and grow through additional company provided training. Advancement opportunities include- Medical Lab Assistant II, Mentor, Group Lead, Supervisor, Manager and Clinical Lab Training positions.

No healthcare experience necessary! Our most successful students are compassionate, reliable, hardworking individuals who are looking for more than a job. They understand the importance of our work, demonstrate ownership in their responsibilities, and are able to communicate effectively with patients from all walks of life. If you have a strong work ethic, compassion for others, are a strong communicator and are dependable, we can teach you the technical skills needed to be successful!

These six week courses are scheduled to start October 26 th , November 16 th and December 7 th .

• Phlebotomy techniques and blood collection Customer service skills
• Regulatory, ethical, and legal Issues
• Standard precautions, infection control and workplace safety
• Specimen processing
• Clinical rotation

The Student - Phlebotomy works under the guidance of assigned Laboratory leadership and is taught how to perform proper specimen collections , handling and processing of specimens as well as training in our laboratory computer information systems. To successfully complete the program, Students must be able to: Commit to working as a Phlebotomist for a NorDx lab immediately upon completion of the program for a period of at least 18 months.

• Pass all aspects of the classroom training including: quizzes/tests, clinical practice hours, and other hands on activities.
• Complete a minimum of 200 sticks by end of the training.
• Follow direction from the Pre-Analytic Trainers as well as mentors and be signed off by a supervisor or mentor as competent to perform Phlebotomy
• Follow all departmental and organizational procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrate excellent service to our patients
• Agree to commit to working as a Phlebotomist for a NorDx lab immediately upon completion of the program for a period of at least 18 months.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: High school diploma or GED required
• License/Certifications: N/A
• Experience: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Must be able to work any shift, holiday and/or weekend as needed.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 while attending class, then $20.56 per hour once placed in a regular Phlebotomist position.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [emailprotected] .

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MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

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