Lead Lab Technician

Phlebotomy/Lab Lead Technician - Bachelor's Degree in Science and 2 Years of Total Protein Testing Experience Required

**Job Title:** Laboratory & Phlebotomy Lead (Healthcare Operations)

**Location:** Riverton, UT

**Employment Type:** Full-Time, Hourly

**Compensation:** $19.00 - $27.17 per hour (DOE) + Comprehensive Benefits

**The Opportunity:**

We are representing a premier global leader in the life sciences sector seeking a skilled Lead Technician to join their Riverton facility. This is a pivotal role for a medical professional who combines technical expertise in specimen collection with the natural ability to mentor and lead a team in a fast-paced, donor-centered environment.

**Core Responsibilities:**

As a Lead Technician, you will ensure the seamless operational flow of the center while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. Your time will be split between hands-on clinical tasks and frontline leadership:

* **Clinical Excellence:** Oversee medical history screenings, phlebotomy procedures, and sample processing.

* **Leadership & Development:** Act as a subject matter expert to train, coach, and provide feedback to both new hires and tenured staff.

* **Operational Oversight:** Assist management in monitoring donor flow, troubleshooting equipment (specifically automated collection machinery), and maintaining an organized, professional environment.

* **Quality Assurance:** Ensure all activities strictly adhere to SOPs and federal/state regulations; perform specialized maintenance on lab equipment like tube sealers and hematocrit tools.

* **Customer Experience:** Set the tone for donor interactions, ensuring a welcoming and efficient experience from entry to exit.

**Requirements:**

* **Education:** High School Diploma or equivalent required. (Applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science are highly encouraged to apply).

* **Experience:** A minimum of 2 years of experience in a laboratory or clinical setting is required, specifically including total protein testing and phlebotomy.

* **Technical Skills:** Proficiency in sample processing and the ability to analyze and respond to equipment alarms/spills.

* **Physical Ability:** Must be comfortable standing for long periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Fine motor skills and the ability to work in a high-volume environment while wearing PPE/gloves is essential.

* **Soft Skills:** Strong communication, a collaborative mindset, and the integrity to put patient/donor safety at the heart of every decision.

**Why Join This Team?**

Our client offers more than just a job; they provide a mission-driven career where your work directly impacts the lives of patients with rare diseases. The benefits package is industry-leading and includes:

* Robust medical, dental, and vision insurance.

* 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement.

* Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 120 hours of vacation and 80 hours of sick time annually.

* Potential for short-term incentives and career advancement into management.

*Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity.*