Lab Phlebotomist Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

General Information:Job title: Lab Phlebotomist SupervisorSchedule: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period; day shiftWeekend rotation: Weekends as needed.Holiday rotation: Holiday rotation required.Position Summary:The Phlebotomist Coordinator position serves as the administrative and clinical lead for all phlebotomists and serves as the lab secretary.Position Responsibilities:Send out pathology, cytology, bone marrow biopsies, and fine needle aspirates.Provide coverage for clinic labs when needed for vacationsReview and result pathology reports and input histology charges as they come in.Order tests and prepare them to standards.Check lab orders to make sure orders are correct, confirm physicians on the orders, and make changes if any are needed.Perform venipuncture blood draws, heel sticks, finger pokes; verify patient information, perform drug screens and breathalyzers.Coordinates training with new employees.Reviews and updates policies and procedures for specimen processing and collectionPerform competency assessments for phlebotomy staff.Monitors all phlebotomy supplies and orders supplies when needed.Manage BAT testing, training, records, and compliance.Provides coaching and corrective feedback to staff to address and improve process errors.Drug Screen Coordinator- Sets up local employers with new drug screen accounts, contacts employers for updated contact information and updated 'contracts of services'.Receives specialized training for DOT drug screen collection and Breathalyzer testing - trains new hires and conducts recertification for all phlebotomy employees at the hospital and at the clinics.Performs annual staff evaluationPerform staff schedulingPerform other duties as requested.Position Requirements:HS Diploma or equivalent required.2 year of related lab experience preferred.BLS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire.Valid and current driver's license required.Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Intermediate proficiency with computers is requiredComprehensive phlebotomy skills.Knowledge of lab protocols.Strong quantitative and analytical competency.Self-starter with compassion and excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.DOT Trained - Specialized knowledge in DOT regulations in each federal organization for drug screens and BAT services.