Phlebotomist - PACE Elder Service Plan

Phlebotomist - PACE Elder Service Plan Requisition Number: 9512 Pay Range: $18.04 - $30.05 per hour Location: CHA East Cambridge Care Center Work Days: Homecare 8-5 w/var end-start, No weekend or holidays Category: Clinical Support Department: CHA PACE Job Type: Full time Work Shift: Day / Evening Hours/Week: 40.00 Union Name: SH Laborers 381 About CHA PACE Cambridge Health Alliance's Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a nationally recognized model of care that serves adults aged 55 and older living with chronic medical and/or mental health challenges. At CHA PACE, our mission is to support our program participants in achieving the highest level of independence within their communities and preventing nursing home placement. Our high-functioning interdisciplinary team supports this goal by providing fully integrated medical and behavioral health services, community resources, and home-based care in a collaborative and supportive environment. Position Overviewu200b We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Phlebotomist to join ouru200b care team at CHA PACE. In this unique role, you will travel to PACE participantsu2019 homes in order to perform a variety of phlebotomy procedures, u200bincluding collecting blood samples, providing point-of-care testing (such as INRs), and picking up patient self-collected samples for processing. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate patient documentation, properly handling blood samples, and maintaining a sterile and safe work environment. This position requires skilled proficiency in venipuncture, safe and accurate specimen collection, and a commitment to providing the highest quality of compassionate care possible for our participants. u200bKey Responsibilitiesu200b u2022 Travel to PACE participantsu2019 homes to draw blood samples. u2022 Greet participants warmly and verify their identification before collecting specimens. u2022 Explain the phlebotomy procedure thoroughly to ensure comfort and understanding. u2022 Perform venipuncture using correct techniques, ensuring accurate blood sample collection with minimal patient discomfort. u2022 Properly label specimens immediately after collection, including patient name, date of birth, and time of collection. u2022 Perform additional point-of-care testing (e.g., INRs) as required. u2022 Provide post-collection care by applying bandages, monitoring vital signs, and assessing u200bany adverse patient reactions. u2022 Dispose of used materials such as needles and syringes following proper safety protocols. u2022 Maintain detailed records of any medical issues experienced by patients that could impact test results. u2022 Transport collected samples to the laboratory for testing in a timely manner. Qualifications u2022 Education : High school diploma or GED required. u2022 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. u2022 Experience : At least 1 year of experience in routine phlebotomy procedures preferred. u2022 Other Requirements : Valid driveru2019s license and reliable personal vehicle for travel required. Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian-Creole is highly desirable. In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. _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 take on 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. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA._ _Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality._ _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._

Created: 2026-01-26