Lab Associate/Phlebotomist - 20 Hours - Chelmsford at Atrius Health in Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health's 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country
SUMMARY
Obtains blood samples and other non-blood specimens from patients and may deliver samples to the laboratory. Provides factual information concerning laboratory tests, according to standard procedure. The job tasks will vary based on the needs of the site.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit required or non-U.S. High School diploma deemed equivalent after evaluation of the diploma by either Center for Educational Documentation (CED) or North American Education Group (NAEG) (or equivalent education, training or experience). CPR and Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) certification preferred. Graduation from a Phlebotomy technical training program strongly preferred. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
EXPERIENCE
Knowledge of medical terminology obtained through previous medical practice experience preferred (up to 1 year).
SKILLS
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing required. Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation required. Proficiency in the use of Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred.
Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.
Excellent benefits Include:
* Up to 8% company retirement contribution,
* Generous Paid Time Off,
* 10 paid holidays,
* Paid professional development,
* Competitive health and welfare benefit package.
Atrius Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military service or application for military service, veteran or disability status.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA);Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO); and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).VEVRAA Federal ContractorRequest Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the statePDN-976c9593-25a5-4249-9b5f-13a6f7555cb3