Phlebotomy Lead

Phlebotomy Lead Schedule: Full Time Pay Range: $24.00 - $26.00 / Hourly Shift: Evening shift Hours: 12pm-8:30pm About this role $5,000 sign on bonus Job Summary Take the next step in your career by combining your phlebotomy expertise with leadership and training. Reporting to the Associate Client Service Manager and Phlebotomy Supervisor, the Phlebotomy Lead plays a key role in onboarding, training, and supporting phlebotomy staff across the laboratory and clinical areas. In this role, you will guide new hires to ensure they follow proper laboratory protocols and procedures, maintain training materials, and support daily phlebotomy operations. You'll collaborate closely with laboratory leadership to ensure high-quality patient care, staff competency, and efficient workflow across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department settings. What You'll Do Training & Development Train and onboard new phlebotomists across laboratory services, physician offices, and clinical departments Develop and manage individualized training schedules and structured onboarding plans Coordinate hands-on training in outpatient settings, inpatient units, and the Emergency Department Partner with laboratory leadership and the LIS Manager to support training in laboratory systems, blood bank, and department rotations Develop and maintain training manuals, syllabi, and competency checklists aligned with current protocols Competency & Performance Monitoring Monitor trainee progress and provide ongoing coaching and feedback Conduct weekly check-ins with trainers and trainees to support development Maintain competency documentation and ensure all training requirements are completed Identify performance gaps, coordinate retraining, and assess readiness for independent work and role progression Evaluate professional conduct and adherence to laboratory standards Communication & Collaboration Communicate trainee progress, performance concerns, and training outcomes to the Client Service Manager Collaborate with laboratory supervisors to ensure consistent training practices and protocol compliance Lead Q&A sessions and provide guidance to resolve training or workflow challenges Training Program Management Coordinate training for new phlebotomy products, procedures, and system updates Develop and publish training schedules for internal staff and external locations Maintain accurate training records, sign-off documentation, and employee training files Support development of future trainers within the team Operations & Workflow Support Assist with daily phlebotomy operations, staffing coordination, and workflow prioritization Help organize coverage across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department needs Identify service or workflow issues and collaborate on staffing or process adjustments Provide input for staff performance evaluations Partner with leadership to identify and implement process improvements related to patient care and service delivery Professional Development & Compliance Stay current with best practices in laboratory medicine and phlebotomy Maintain proficiency in laboratory systems and computer applications Participate in department meetings, trainings, and continuing education Review and adhere to all laboratory policies, procedures, and compliance standards Minimum Qualifications Education High school diploma or equivalent preferred Completion of a phlebotomy training program preferred Experience Minimum of 2 years of phlebotomy experience required Previous training, teaching, or precepting experience preferred Licensure/Certification Phlebotomy certification preferred Key Skills & Competencies Strong phlebotomy and venipuncture skills Effective teaching, coaching, and instructional abilities Excellent customer service and patient interaction skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced healthcare environment Proficiency in computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA standards Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English Why Join Us? Step into a leadership role with direct impact on staff development and patient care Collaborate with a supportive and experienced laboratory leadership team Help shape training programs and improve clinical operations Opportunities for continued professional growth and advancement Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $24 - $26 Hourly