Phlebotomist, Per Diem

$20.50/hr Starting hourly rate, increasing with experience.

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Phlebotomist to join the Pathology team at Bridgton Hospital
! This is a per diem position.

The Phlebotomist is responsible for assisting in the procurement and processing of biological specimens from patients for analysis in the Laboratory and to perform supportive tasks in the maintenance of related records and facilities. The phlebotomist works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines and accepts direction from supervisory and technical staff. Properly collects and prepares specimens with efficiency and accuracy for subsequent testing to ensure the accurate and timely reporting of results used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

• Phlebotomy training or experience required. Phlebotomy Certification is preferred.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS preferred.
• High School Diploma with a strong background in biology and chemistry.

• Able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Additional languages preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards.

Bridgton, Maine captures a perfect slice of lakeside beauty. Located in Maine’s Lake Region, the town is nestled among many of the state’s most scenic lakes, mountains and forests, offering a variety of year‑round outdoor recreation activities, as well as easy access to some of the area’s most significant historical and cultural sites. Ski enthusiasts, in particular, will love this area for its ski slopes at Pleasant Mountain Ski Area –these unique ski slopes, created by the townspeople in the 1930’s, spell the word “LOVE”.

Only 40 minutes from North Conway, New Hampshire and an hour from Portland, this delightful town is a great place to enjoy the best of living and working in Maine!

We are all about our team members growth and health. That why we prioritize work/life balance, community‑based wellness initiatives and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members.

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, Life Flight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high‑quality clinical services.

The Phlebotomist is responsible for assisting in the procurement and processing of biological specimens from patients for analysis in the Laboratory and to perform supportive tasks in the maintenance of related records and facilities.

• Properly collects and prepares specimens with efficiency and accuracy for subsequent testing to ensure the accurate and timely reporting of results used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• The following assignments are monitored by the phlebotomy supervisor, and must have no more than 2 documented major errors per evaluation year.
• Properly identifies all patients, according to Laboratory protocol, prior to collection of any specimens.
• Properly labels, according to laboratory protocol, all specimens collected.
• Performs all phlebotomy procedures (venipuncture, capillary collection, and assisting nursing service in collection from lines), according to laboratory protocol.
• May be required to perform sample collection by capillary puncture in the neonatal age group and to document specific competencies in this procedure.
• Performs successful venipuncture and capillary collections within an acceptable time period.
• Can organize and prioritize workload and perform tasks without loss of accuracy and composure.
• Swabs throats…