Lab Assistant Earn to Learn Program

Job Summary:

Are you ready for an exhilarating and fast-paced healthcare career opportunity with plenty of room to grow? MaineGeneral offers a paid educational program for aspiring lab assistants, and it might be just what you're looking for!

Job Description:

A resume is required for your application to be considered.

This unique opportunity provides you with knowledge and hands-on experience through a combination of on-the-job training, classroom sessions, lab work, and clinical training. It's a fast-paced program that will require dedication on-site and homework. 

Here's what the program includes: 

• A minimum of 100 hours of classroom instruction. 

• 100 hours of valuable clinical experience in a real clinical setting. 

• Eligibility to take the PBT Certification offered by the ASCP upon program completion. 

 

Classroom instruction hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Progress will be assessed by the clinical instructor, and students will be classified as "Successful" or "Unsuccessful." Those deemed unsuccessful will not proceed to clinical training and will exit the program. 

Clinical Training: The second part of the program involves clinical training, with variable hours that may include days, evenings, and weekends. Due to the program's intensity, consistent attendance is crucial. 

The best part? You don't have to worry about costs to enroll in this program. MaineGeneral covers the expense of the program, including both the classroom and clinical hours. In return, we kindly request that you make a commitment to attend all classes, complete assignments, and meet program requirements. Additionally, upon successful completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to embrace a fulfilling career as a Lab Assistant. 

This program offers a fantastic opportunity to learn valuable skills, forge new friendships, and advance your career simultaneously. Start your new year with a new career at MaineGeneral! 

Program Start Date: November 26th, 2024

What Does a Lab Assistant Do? 

• Performs venipuncture and dermal punctures on patients of all age groups. 

• Adheres to procedures and policies for collecting, handling, processing, and disposing of biohazard specimens. 

• Collects, receives, and processes various clinical specimens, including blood, urine, stool, and other body fluids. 

• Orders, receives, accessions, and tracks specimens in the department's information system. 

• Prepares specimens for testing or shipment to internal or external laboratories. 

• Performs clerical duties, including maintaining supplies and equipment. 

Note: Internal applicants who have not participated in a MaineGeneral Earn to Learn program within the past year will receive 

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Scheduled Work Shift:

Job Exempt:

No

Benefits:

Supporting all aspects of our employees’ wellness – physical, emotional and financial – is a critical component of being a great place to work. With the wide range of benefits and programs available, employees have the resources they need to be well at every stage of life and plan for the future.

Physical Wellness:

• We offer quality health, dental, and vision benefits and wellness programs and resources to