Phlebotomy Coordinator

University Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, is looking for a Phlebotomy Supervisor to oversee shift operations and manage productivity. The role involves coordinating staffing and ensuring timely specimen collection while maintaining strict patient confidentiality.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of phlebotomy experience. Relevant certifications such as ASCP-BOC are required to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• High School, GED, or equivalent experience is required.
• 2 years of Phlebotomy experience required.
• Certification by ASCP-BOC or AMT is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises phlebotomy shift operations and staffing.
• Ensures timely specimen collection and processing.
• Maintains confidentiality and guest relations.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Patient confidentiality

Team management

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

2 years of Phlebotomy experience

Vocational training in medical terminology

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises phlebotomy shift operations and productivity by coordinating appropriate staffing needs on a daily basis. Oversees Laboratory specimen collection, processing and dissemination. Ensures that the patient wait times are kept to a minimum by overseeing personnel and monitoring accurate and timely specimen collection and processing during peak business times. Embodies aseptic technique through proper personal protection equipment (PPE) utilization and patient infectious/isolation requirement policies. Provides effective management and teamwork oversight for Pathology Services emphasizing safety, efficiency and reliability of phlebotomy team members. Maintains strict confidentiality of patient records. Ensures excellent guest relations with pathology services. Maintains strong working relations within the phlebotomy team and with other departments throughout the organization.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

High School, GED, or equivalent experience is required. 2 years of Phlebotomy experience required. One year of college study or the completion of a recognized clerical vocational training program with medical terminology is preferred.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

The American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) phlebotomy technician certification is required. A certification as a Donor Phlebotomy Technician (ASCP-BOC) is also desired but not mandatory. A current certification status must be maintained in compliance with specifications for continuing education required by the certification agency.