Job Description

Phlebotomist/Clinical Laboratory Associate

Job Ref: 33938
Category: Laboratory & Medical Technologist
Location:

133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord, MA 01742

Department: Lab - Central Processing
Schedule: Per Diem
Shift: Variable Shifts
Hours: Variable
Pay Range: $19.57 - $23.00 per hour

Job Summary

Join our growing laboratory team and play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. Under the general direction of the Client Service Manager and the Director of Laboratory Services, the Phlebotomist / Clinical Lab Associate is responsible for collecting blood specimens and supporting essential laboratory operations.

This role combines hands-on phlebotomy (venipuncture) with specimen processing, patient registration, and laboratory data entry. You’ll ensure accurate handling and documentation of specimens to support timely and reliable clinical analysis.

What You’ll Do

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection for patients
• Accurately register patients and enter orders into the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
• Process, label, and accession specimens for clinical testing
• Verify and manage requisitions and specimen documentation
• Maintain proper specimen handling, storage, and transport protocols
• Support overall laboratory workflow in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Travel to other locations as needed to support departmental coverage
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, safety, and infection control standards

What We’re Looking For

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Completion of an accredited Phlebotomy Training Program preferred

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of phlebotomy experience preferred
• Previous laboratory experience and computer/data entry experience preferred

Licensure/Certification

• Phlebotomy certification preferred

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong venipuncture and specimen collection skills
• Ability to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with laboratory systems and computer applications
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and departmental needs
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven healthcare team
• Gain experience across both phlebotomy and laboratory operations
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
• Make a direct impact on patient diagnosis and care

Per Diem Phlebotomist/Clinical Lab Associate – Training Requirements

Candidates must be available for a consistent training schedule to ensure successful completion of all required competencies prior to working independently.

Training Schedule:

• Must be available to train a minimum of three (3) days per week

• Training hours are day shift only, typically 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM (inpatient)or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (outpatient), depending on training focus.

• Length of training variesbased on individual progress and successful completion of required competencies

Per Diem Status Requirements

To maintain active per diem status after completion of training, employees must meet the following requirements:

• Must be available to work a minimum of three (3) shifts per month

• Shifts are self-scheduled using a convenient scheduling app, based on departmental needs and availability

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Daily paid, Shift work

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