Inpatient Phlebotomist
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Baystate Health
Springfield, MA, US
Summary
The phlebotomist is responsible for performing venipuncture and capillary punctures while ensuring accurate specimen collection and labeling. They must also manage patient complications, maintain equipment, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to support diagnostic testing.
Job Description
Phlebotomist - Laboratory
Phlebotomist in Springfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers
Department: Laboratory
Location: Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA
Job Type: Part-Time, Full time
Shift: Day/Nights
Make an Impact with Baystate Health
Baystate Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our Laboratory at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. Our Laboratory provides essential diagnostic testing that supports patient care across the organization, working closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
The Phlebotomist Will:
- Demonstrates skills/knowledge to: appropriately dispose of bio-hazardous waste; evaluate and handle difficult patient situations (combative, uncooperative, fainting, seizures, excessive bleeding, other patient complications, etc.); use various barrier precaution procedures; appropriately use equipment; and tasks related to safety record keeping
- Demonstrates skills/knowledge to: accurately identify patients and label specimens; provide age related care; select appropriate site, assessing vein size, location and position of veins for vascular access and performance of venipuncture; basic specimen collection, processing and handling; capillary punctures; calculate minimum specimen requirements; procedures for combining orders, redraws, line draw in order to provide optimal care; specimen prioritization/handling procedures and regulations/procedures for transporting in a manner appropriate to maintain specimen integrity by utilizing the pneumatic tube and /or by walking specimens to the lab; equipment maintenance. Proficient in troubleshooting and problem solving.
- Demonstrates: excellent communication, teamwork and customer service skills to work independently and in team environment; excellent client relationships on nursing units; appropriate interaction with nurses and physicians in making specimen collection decisions.
Schedule Details
- Job Type: Part-Time, Full -time
- Shift: Days and Nights
- Hours: 24- 36
- Schedule: 6a-6p or 6p-6a
- Weekend Requirement: Rotating weekends
Benefits That Support You
At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization.
Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.
- Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
- Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
- Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
- Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match.
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for eligible employees.
- Additional Benefits: Onsite parking and shift differential available.
About Baystate Health
Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice.
Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.
Required Skills
- 1 year of phlebotomy experience
- Highschool diploma/GED
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- 1 + years of phlebotomy experience
Start Your Career at Baystate Health
You Belong at Baystate.
Education:
GED or HiSET (Required)
Certifications:
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - OtherOtherOther, Phlebotomist - American Society for Clinical PathologyAmerican Society for Clinical PathologyAmerican Society for Clinical Pathology
Compensation
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum
$20.79 - $23.90 - $28.08
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
