Phlebotomy Lead

Phlebotomy Lead

Leads team members of an assigned area or function by demonstrating and providing advanced knowledge of job responsibilities. Responsibilities include collection of specimens, maintaining supplies and equipment, clerical functions, registration, lab processing, send-out testing, point of care testing, EKG, pacemaker interrogation, pathology lab assistant, bone marrow assistance, apheresis or therapeutic phlebotomy. Assists with the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental policies and procedures. Provides mentoring, monitoring, coaching, and evaluation of team members' performance, especially in the areas of productivity and quality management. Serves as a positive role model for team members by working with them to promote teamwork and cooperation. Assists with coordinating services, prioritizing assignments and workflow, and promoting situational decision-making / problem solving. Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action. Requirements include 3 years related experience, high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited phlebotomy program within 1 year, certified in phlebotomy by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or an alternate approved certification within 1 year of hire, and Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider.