Phlebotomist Supervisor - Core Laboratory | 40 hours per week | Laboratory

Great River Health Systems; West Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

HSA/FSA

PTO

Education assistance

Employee assistance

Referral bonus

Parental leave

Life insurance

AD&D

Job summary

Great River Health Systems is seeking a supervising laboratory specialist to lead phlebotomy and ancillary staff, ensuring high-quality testing and timely results.

You will oversee staff scheduling, conduct clinical reviews, and drive adherence to department standards while coordinating with other teams to optimize patient care. A strong candidate has MLS/CLS/MT credentials and NAACLS internship experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or in Chemistry, Biology or related field.
• One-year clinical internship in NAACLS accredited program or approved alternate path.
• Certification in MLS/CLS/MT by ASCP or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Supervise phlebotomists, lab assistants, lab courier and other staff.
• Oversee workflow, scheduling, and performance reviews.
• Maintain production and quality standards; ensure documentation per policies.
• Lead process improvements and cost control within the department.

Skills

Staff supervision

Laboratory leadership

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelors in Medical Technology or related

NAACLS accredited internship

Job description

Minimum Hiring Wage: From $74,443.20 a year Job Details: $15,000 Sign on Bonus for Eligible Candidates!

This position would supervise Phlebotomists and Lab Assistants Scheduled Hours: Day Shift

Job Description: A Brief Overview Provides supervision and leadership for assigned staff and plays an integral role in laboratory operations, including but not limited to hiring, disciplinary action, discharging, scheduling, assigning work, and recognition. Performs tests and procedures following established guidelines and predetermined criteria. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance and/or results and uses knowledge, critical thinking skills, and judgment to troubleshoot and resolve them. Must meet requirements to sign off moderate and high complexity competencies. Must be proficient in all Technical Specialist, Medical Technologist/Technician job duties. Must also supervise phlebotomy, lab assistants, lab courier, and other positions as assigned.

What you will do

Oversee the workflow of the departments and communicate standards. Perform direct supervision of staff, to include clinical reviews. Plan and prepare employee work schedules. Coordinate activities with other departments to ensure that services are provided in an efficient and timely manner. Implement and maintain production and quality standards for the staff. Ensure that staff applies primary knowledge while performing all aspects of assigned tasks. Ensure documentation is completed according to department policies and procedures. Respond to complaints in a timely manner. Investigate complaints about service and equipment and take corrective action. Screen job applicants and hire new employees. Participate in training and orientation of new staff; provides ongoing education. Instruct staff in work policies and procedures, and the use and maintenance of equipment. Check equipment to ensure it is in working order. Evaluate employee performance and recommend personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, and dismissals. Confer with staff to resolve performance and personnel problems, and to discuss company policies. Perform or assist with departmental operational duties as necessary. Recommend changes that could improve service and increase operational efficiency. Maintain required records of work hours, budgets, payrolls, and other information. Establish and implement operational standards and procedures for the department supervised. Perform financial tasks, such as estimating costs and preparing and managing budgets. Prepare reports on activity, personnel, and information such as occupancy, hours worked, facility usage, work performed, and departmental expenses. Research and articulate "best practices" in the industry. Participate in process re-design efforts including technology enhancements or implementations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS)
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or in Chemistry, Biology or related field.
• Required and One-year clinical internship in a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited clinical laboratory science program or approved alternate career path that meets certification eligibility requirements
• Required and Certification in one of the following: - Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent certification.
• Required 4-6 years Clinical laboratory experience
• Required Health care experience within the last five years
• Preferred Medical Laboratory Scientist American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) (United States of America) within 1 Year Required or Medical Technologist American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) (United States of America) within 1 Year Required

Benefits

We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Matching retirement programs
• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans
• Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Discounted cafeteria meals
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Service Recognition program
• Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity

Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.