Phlebotomist I

Mass General Brigham (MGB) is a not‑for‑profit hospital system that provides patient care, research, teaching, and community service. This Phlebotomy position is responsible for collecting specimens for laboratory analysis.

Under general supervision, the incumbent will perform the following:

• Explain safety protocols and procedures to patients and focus on customer service.
• Check two patient identifiers to ensure a complete match between requisitions, labels, and the patient identification card.
• Use hand hygiene procedures according to unit guidelines.
• Select appropriate specimen collection equipment and site for blood collection.
• Tie tourniquet, prepare the site, and collect specimen according to the order of draw.
• Ensure adequate mixing of specimen in tube by inversion or mechanical device.
• Label in the presence of the patient and package transport specimens.
• Monitor patient post‑collection, ensuring bleeding has stopped and the patient is stable.
• Review a standard checklist before collection, checking for potential adverse reactions such as history of fainting or latex allergy.
• Provide customer‑focused care and maintain patient privacy per HIPAA guidelines.
• Provide additional clerical and pediatric services as trained or qualified by competency review.
• Serve reception and clerical functions at the Specimen Collection Center front desk, including fax receipt and filing of orders, answering telephones, and placing requisitions in queue per policies.
• Maintain adequate supply inventory and complete monthly inventory checks as assigned.
• Complete required continuing education and mandatory life safety, HIPAA, and other training.
• Collaborate with colleagues and demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred pediatric phlebotomy experience.
• Graduate of a training program that includes phlebotomy skills with demonstrated competency.
• Classified as Phlebotomist I.

• Work type:
  Onsite
• Work location:
  
  52 Second Avenue, Boston, MA
• Schedule:
  
  6am–2:30pm, Monday–Friday
• Weekly hours: 40
• Employee type:
  Regular
• Work shift:
  
  Day (United States of America)
• Pay: $22.00–$26.58 per hour (Grade3)

In addition to competitive base pay, MGB offers a $3,000 sign‑on bonus, comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, bonuses, and recognition programs.

Mass General Brigham 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 other protected status. The company will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities to participate in the job application and interview process.