Lead Phlebotomy Tech

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

THOM Thomas Hospitals in West Virginia is seeking a phlebotomy technician to coordinate workflow, collect blood and non-blood specimens, and ensure accurate labeling and timely processing.

The role includes staff scheduling, training, and operating laboratory equipment with patient comfort from neonates to geriatrics, while maintaining quality and compliance.

This full-time non-exempt position offers a comprehensive clinical lab environment and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy Certification (CPT) preferred.
• Two years of phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood and other specimen collection from diverse patient groups.
• Label specimens accurately in the presence of patients.
• Operate basic lab equipment such as centrifuges and labeling printers.
• Communicate effectively with patients, clients, and staff.
• Perform clerical duties like filing and report distribution.
• Assist with scheduling and daily operations of the phlebotomy department.
• Monitor supplies and support routine investigations into collection issues.
• Provide training to new Phlebotomy Techs and assist with annual evaluations.
• Oversee department operations in the Supervisor/Manager's absence.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Computer literacy

Office equipment handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Certification (CPT)

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Office equipment

Job description

Coordinate daily workflow, scheduling, and training of assigned staff and review work to ensure completeness and consistency. Responsible for blood and blood culture collection; non-blood specimen collection including urine, sputum, semen samples, throat swabs; chain of custody specimen collection. Perform venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

1. Two (2) years of phlebotomy experience.

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure

1. Phlebotomy Certification (CPT).

Experience

1. One (1) year of phlebotomy lead experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Consistently draws blood competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible for patient groups from neonates to geriatrics.

2. Properly labels all specimens in the presence of the patient.

3. Operate basic laboratory equipment (e.g., centrifuges, computer systems, labeling printers, scanners, phone system, etc.).

4. Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, clients, and staff.

5. Perform clerical duties such as filing, report distribution, processing, and faxing.

6. If applicable, collect drug screens (internal and external) using Chain of Custody Process.

7. Assist Supervisor/Manager with day-to-day operations of the phlebotomy department.

8. Assist with the monthly scheduling of the phlebotomy staff and assign coverage for vacations and call-offs.

9. Monitor supply level and sub supply requisitions as needed to maintain optimal level of supplies.

10. Assist with customer complaints and help with investigations into issues in the collection of specimens.

11. Assist Supervisor/Manager with monitoring and evaluating productivity reports, unreceived specimen list, and work queues.

12. Assist with the orientation of all lab staff into the laboratory.

13. Provide training New Phlebotomy Techs.

14. Assist with annual competencies and evaluations of staff.

15. Oversee the operations of the phlebotomy department in the absence of the Supervisor/Manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Heavy/Hard work : Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs.

2. Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for entire shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. May require unsupervised access to restricted areas that may contain medications, supplies and patient confidential information.

2. May be required to travel between facilities/buildings.

3. May be scheduled to work various shifts based on departmental needs.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Ability to use a computer keyboard, monitor, mouse, and calculator.

2. Ability to use computer software (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).

3. Ability to use Fax machines, printers and other office equipment.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Shift

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

THOM Thomas Hospitals

Cost Center

112 THOM Clinical Labs

Address

4605 Maccorkle Ave SW

South Charleston

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively “WVUHS”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.