Send Out Spec / Phlebotomist

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group—is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in important discussions about health and end-of-life wishes. CNE is helping to transform the future of health care and serves as a leading voice in ensuring the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process incoming laboratory samples, ensuring proper identification, collection requirements, labeling, and documentation.
• Enter patient information, test requests, and results into the correct system accurately and promptly.
• Research test orders and establish necessary requirements for proper processing of specimens.
• Assist supervisor/manager in updating and changing protocols when needed.
• Prepare laboratory samples for testing, including centrifugation, aliquoting, and labeling as necessary.
• Assist laboratory personnel in locating and retrieving samples and test results for further analysis and reference purposes.
• Provide support in resolving sample or test-related inquiries and issues from internal staff, healthcare providers, and clients.
• Monitor phlebotomy station bench when needed, process specimens including in-labbing, add-ons, stat orders, delivery, and notification to phlebotomy staff.
• Maintain the work area, including ordering all necessary supplies.
• Help cover inpatient phlebotomy as needed if certified and competency is current.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in biological science or related field required; or high school diploma and additional phlebotomy certification or training in clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
• Familiarity with laboratory terminology, sample handling procedures, and laboratory information systems (LIS).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.