Phlebotomist / Specimen Processor

Phlebotomist

Join our team at Mass General Brigham (MGB) and kickstart your journey with a $3,000 sign-on bonus! It's our way of saying welcome - and showing how much we value the talent you bring. Part time - 20 hours; 5-9 AM Starting Pay of $19.75 / hr.

Job Summary

Obtains blood specimens from patients, in accordance with established procedures, while maintaining a professional, customer sensitive atmosphere. Responsible for up-front specimen handling and facilitating the workflow in and out of the laboratory, performing various clerical and preprocessing duties, and interacting with others using a variety of communication tools. Performs pre-analytical phase of specimen preparation and must handle biohazardous and infectious material while following proper safety precautions. Works cooperatively with all hospital and laboratory staff, and external clients through verbal and written communications in order to resolve problems, exchange information, receive instructions, establish protocols, and process information concerning patient specimens. Responsible for the accurate pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens and ensuring delivery of those specimens to the appropriate laboratory section. Includes the handling of biohazardous and infectious material while following proper safety precautions. Also responsible for assisting client services and technical associates in resolving specimen quality and integrity concerns.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates appropriate hand hygiene. Demonstrates use of two patient identifiers. Demonstrates effective communication "hand offs" between providers, shifts, departments, etc. Demonstrates use of proper precautions including use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Obtains blood specimens from patients, in accordance with established procedures, while maintaining a professional, customer sensitive atmosphere.
• Is responsible for demonstrating workflow and procedure knowledge with management, co-workers, new employees, inspectors, and visitors.
• Is responsible to and receives direction from the management team, which may consist of the administrator, coordinator, manager, supervisor, or work unit lead.
• Attends and participates in classes, meetings, committees, and other continuing education as appropriate to maintain and enhance professional job knowledge and / or job skills.

Job Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education : High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Licenses and Credentials : Phlebotomy Technician (PT) [PBT(ASCP)] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred

Experience : Experience in a hospital Laboratory 3-5 years preferred, Internship or equivalent 0-1 year required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards. Must demonstrate annual CAP competencies in any area that they work.

Physical Requirements

Remote Type Onsite

Work Location 1153 Centre Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 20

Employee Type Regular

Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $18.99 - $28.21 / Hourly

Grade SF1135

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.