Supervisor, Phlebotomy (UHealth Labs Transition)

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The Uhealth Laboratories Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Supervisor, Phlebotomy.

CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Supervisor, Phlebotomy assumes responsibility for the daily supervision of phlebotomy operations within their specified location, including the daily operation and duties of phlebotomists. The incumbent performs, teaches, and monitors all functions within the laboratory, including but not limited to, scheduling, specimen collection, labeling, receipt, processing, delivery, and archiving. This individual collaborates with various health professionals within the organization to complete tasks daily.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Supervises patient phlebotomy by prescribed technique outlined in the phlebotomy procedure manual.
2. Supervises all phlebotomy activities to include training, evaluation, and documentation of department staff. Provides orientation and training for staff to ensure comprehension of company policies and procedures.
3. Ensures specimen integrity by enforcing the laboratory's procedures for collection, handling, and processing.
4. Maintains, implements, adheres to, and enforces departmental operating policies and procedures. Participates in continuing performance improvement to insure continuous improvement of services provided.
5. Interacts with patients relative to their age specific, physical, and psychosocial needs.
6. Makes inpatient/CTYU phlebotomy rounds, as scheduled.
7. Performs blood collection (venipuncture or fingerstick).
8. Answers questions and resolves problems pertaining to test requisitions.
9. Logs in specimens following standard operating procedures.
10. Files laboratory reports as per department protocol.
11. Maintains adequate inventory levels and rotates previous stock.
12. Keeps laboratory clean, neat, and organized, and assists in the maintenance of hardware.
13. Provides support to all areas when specimen transport and computer contact systems are down.
14. Attends appropriate orientation and training courses to maintain competency in job skills and knowledge.
15. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required
Certification and Licensing:

Phlebotomist Certification

BLS certification (AHA)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Management: Ability to set performance goals, provide feedback, conduct evaluations, and effectively delegate tasks.
• Training & Development: Providing employee training and motivation to enhance skills.
• Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.


The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff