Lead Phlebotomist

Billings Clinic; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a community-focused healthcare organization renowned for its commitment to excellence in patient care and teamwork. As a Lead Phlebotomist, you will play a vital role in overseeing and training a dedicated phlebotomy team while ensuring high standards of patient care and compliance. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that values kindness and safety. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Billings, Montana, with its outdoor recreational activities and a vibrant community. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this role is for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• CPR certification required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train phlebotomy staff in clinic and hospital settings.
• Collect and prepare patient specimens, ensuring compliance with guidelines.
• Assist with daily operations and scheduling in the laboratory.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Leadership

Communication

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CPR Certification

ASCP or AMT Phlebotomy Certification

Tools

Computerized Systems

Job description

You’ll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology, and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet Recognition consecutively since 2006.

And you’ll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety, and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine!

You can make a difference here.

About Us

Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our organization includes a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about our organization, history, mission, leadership, and regional locations, and how we are nationally recognized for our quality.

Your Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full- and part-time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, wellness programs, and more. Click here for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide.

Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence

Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet-designated organization, joining only 97 others worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation occurs every four years. Learn more!

Pre-Employment Requirements

All new employees must complete pre-employment requirements before starting. Learn more!

Lead Phlebotomist

LAB-PHLEBOTOMY & OTHER (Billings Clinic Main Campus)
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Shift: Day, Weekends
Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater)
Hours per Pay Period: 80 hours every two weeks (Non-Exempt)
Starting Wage DOE: $19.68 - 24.60

Role Overview

The Lead Phlebotomist leads the centralized Phlebotomy staff in clinic and hospital settings. You will grow your career in the laboratory, influence staff and leadership, train fellow phlebotomists, create work schedules, and assist with coverage. You will also learn about employee relations, recruitment, and policy writing. Maintaining your phlebotomy skills through benchwork is part of the role.

Essential Job Functions

General

• Support and model behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic’s mission and philosophy.

Lead Responsibilities

• Assist Laboratory Management with overseeing daily operations, scheduling, and work priorities.
• Respond to procedural questions and resolve problems.
• Orient new staff and provide ongoing training and education.
• Participate in hiring, performance appraisals, and disciplinary processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Phlebotomy Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare patient specimens, including blood, urine, sputum, and cultures.
• Follow guidelines for patient and specimen identification and address non-compliance.
• Use computerized systems for orders, charges, reports, and inquiries.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers regarding tests and results.
• Communicate with patients and families about tests and instructions.
• Provide backup coverage for laboratory clerks as needed.
• Maintain supplies and a clean work environment.
• Identify personal growth goals and meet organizational requirements.
• Maintain competency in safety standards.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Less than high school education; 16 years of age minimum.
• CPR certification within 6 months of hire.
• Preferred: ASCP or AMT Phlebotomy Certification.
• Courses in math and science preferred.
• Leadership experience and successful completion of Fit Testing are advantageous.
• Equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• Proper licensure/certification in good standing if required.

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