Lead Phlebotomist - Blood Collection Leader

Mount Sinai Medical Center; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Healthcare spending accounts

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

On-site housing for select positions

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center is seeking a qualified Phlebotomy Technician to join our laboratory team in Miami. You will perform venipuncture and blood collection, maintain sample integrity, and support Blood Bank operations under supervision.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completion of a venipuncture or medical assistant program, and at least 2 years of venipuncture experience. We offer comprehensive benefits and a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of training program in venipuncture or medical assistant.
• High School Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for adequate staffing and on-time blood collections.
• Monitors the workflow constantly to ensure completion of shift’s work. Distributes venipuncturist/clerk assignments as required for the workload.
• Assists supervisor in maintaining personnel records, reviewing orientation material with new employees, teaching/training staff or students as assigned, and performing employee annual competency assessments.
• Communicates and documents any unusual occurrences or variations from routine operations to supervisor.
• Follows laboratory policy in regards to standard precaution, the wearing of PPE, and proper disposal of biohazardous waste, routine waste and sharps.
• Understands and implements computer disaster plan as needed.
• Maintains a minimum inventory of reagents and supplies to ensure continuous workflow.
• Demonstrates proficiency in routine venipuncture, blood culture collection, baby venipuncture, and Blood Bank collation techniques.
• Performs duties in an independent manner. Demonstrates the ability and willingness to assess situations and determine an appropriate course of action.
• Communicates with nursing units and other medical personnel with reference to delays and other concerns.
• Participates in special projects. Maintains a positive attitude towards departmental policies, in keeping with operation excellence and employee satisfaction.
• Ensures that summary reports are printed and charted daily.

Skills

Venipuncture proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Venipuncture or Medical Assistant training program

Job description

Mount Sinai Medical Center is seeking a qualified Phlebotomy Technician to join our laboratory team in Miami. You will perform venipuncture and blood collection, maintain sample integrity, and support Blood Bank operations under supervision.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completion of a venipuncture or medical assistant program, and at least 2 years of venipuncture experience. We offer comprehensive benefits and a collaborative, patient-centered environment.