Southcoast Health System, Inc.·Fall River, Massachusetts
Obtain, label, and process clinical specimens from various patient settings and deliver them to the correct laboratory departments. Enter patient data into the LIS and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
Overview Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row! We are searching for a talented Laboratory Assistant-Phlebotomist *$2,500 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)
Hours: 40hrs Shift: Day shift, 5:30am - 2:00pm, 6:30am - 3:00pm, 7:30am - 4:00pm with weekend and holiday rotation Location: Charlton Memorial Hospital - Fall River, MA A career at Southcoast Health offers you: A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Generous Earned Time Off Package*
Employee Wellbeing Program 403B Retirement Plan with company match Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training **Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours. Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Laboratory Site or designee, obtain correct specimens and volumes according to current procedures. Insure that all specimens are appropriately and accurately labeled. Process and deliver specimens to correct laboratory departments. Enter all specimen and patient information in LIS or department logs. Generate accurate reports in a timely fashion and distribute appropriately. Perform phlebotomy on inpatient, outreach clients, home draws, nursing homes, and outreach locations. Maintain equipment and instrumentation.
Equivalent to successful completion of a college-based, nationally accredited, phlebotomy program or a Medical Laboratory Assistant program. Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC or equivalent) is required within two years from date of hire. Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay Range USD $21.94 - USD $28.82 /Hr. Rotation Schedule Requirement every other weekend rotating holidays
Completion of an accredited phlebotomy or medical laboratory assistant program is required. ASCP BOC certification must be obtained within two years of hire.
Market context
Laboratory Assistant-Phlebotomist positions in Massachusetts are typically in steady demand because hospitals, outpatient labs, and health systems rely on accurate specimen collection and basic lab support. This role is competitive because employers often look for completion of an accredited phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant program, ASCP certification within two years, and required seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your training, certification timeline, and vaccination status before applying.
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