Lead Phlebotomist

BHS; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Baptist Health Clinical Lab and Pathology Department in Lexington, KY is seeking a Lead Phlebotomist to oversee daily phlebotomy operations, coordinate staff, and ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

This full-time, first-shift role requires a High School diploma, at least one year of phlebotomy experience, and BLS certification; the Lead Phlebotomist will train staff, monitor quality metrics, and collaborate with laboratory leadership to improve specimen collection.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of job-related phlebotomy experience.
• BLS certification required (obtain within 30 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily phlebotomy workflow, staffing, breaks, and coverage.
• Oversee training and competency program with Educator and Preceptors.
• Maintain phlebotomy supply stocking and address unit concerns.
• Collaborate with laboratory leadership, nursing, and other departments to keep operations efficient.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Staff coordination

Training & competency

Quality & regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Tools

LIS documentation

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Lead Phlebotomist

Full TimeIFirstShift

Laboratory Services ILexington, KY

Baptist Health Clinical Lab and Pathology Department, where science meets compassion and precision meets care. We are dedicated to ensuring that every test, every result, and every patientmatters. Wedemonstratethis by providingstate-of-the-arttechnology; an expert team of pathologists and technicians; comprehensive services; fast and reliable results; a patient-centered approach; and commitment to continuous improvement.

The Lead Phlebotomist oversees daily phlebotomy operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. They coordinate staff workflow and scheduling, provide training and competency support, address patient and staff concerns, and assist with quality and regulatory compliance. The role also serves as a clinical resource and collaborates with laboratory leadership, nursing, and other departments to improve specimen collection and overall departmental operations.

Description:

• Coordinate daily phlebotomy workflow, staffing, scheduling, breaks, and coverage; ensure timely morning rounds and specimen transport; adjust staffing based on patient care needs; address daily personnel concerns; monitor safety and PPE compliance; track quality metrics and action plans; and support staff with patient care duties.
• Ensure timely recollection of rejected specimens, accurate LIS documentation of collection issues, and effective communication of concerns that may impact patient care.
• Coordinate the department’s training and competency program in collaboration with the Phlebotomy Educator and Preceptors.
• Oversee phlebotomy supply stocking, address patient and nursing-unit concerns, and provide input for employee performance evaluations.
• Work closely with laboratory leadership, nursing, and other departments to maintain efficient operations and high-quality patient care.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of job related experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification isrequired. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within30 daysof their hire date.

Benefits:** Full-Time**

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
• Retirement with Company Match

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.