Phlebotomist - PACE Elder Care Services

Phlebotomist

Join our care team at CHA PACE, where we support adults aged 55 and older living with chronic medical and/or mental health challenges. Our mission is to help participants achieve the highest level of independence within their communities and prevent nursing home placement through fully integrated medical and behavioral health services, community resources, and home-based care in a collaborative environment.

Job Description

• Travel to PACE participants' homes to draw blood samples.
• Greet participants warmly and verify their identification before collecting specimens.
• Explain the phlebotomy procedure thoroughly to ensure comfort and understanding.
• Perform venipuncture using correct techniques, ensuring accurate blood sample collection with minimal patient discomfort.
• Properly label specimens immediately after collection, including patient name, date of birth, and time of collection.
• Perform additional point-of-care testing (e.g., INRs) as required.
• Provide post-collection care by applying bandages, monitoring vital signs, and assessing any adverse patient reactions.
• Dispose of used materials such as needles and syringes following proper safety protocols.
• Maintain detailed records of any medical issues experienced by patients that could impact test results.
• Transport collected samples to the laboratory for testing in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Certified Phlebotomist; applicants without certification will be considered if they have over 1 year of recent full-time phlebotomy experience.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in routine phlebotomy procedures preferred.
• Other Requirements: Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle for travel required. Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian-Creole is highly desirable.

Community Overview

Cambridge Health Alliance brings care to the people, including your neighbors, friends, and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to tackle challenging public health issues and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality, convenient health care.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future, built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development opportunities for employees.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring care to the people.