Phlebotomy Technician Lead

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System; Sarasota Heights (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is seeking a Phlebotomist Tech II to perform routine blood collection for all age groups, including neonates and elderly. The role also covers specimen processing, receiving, and patient/specimen registration with daily lead responsibilities.

The candidate must have at least 2 years of phlebotomy experience, hold an AHCA-recognized certification (or obtain within 6 months), and follow written or verbal instructions with accuracy in a high-volume laboratory

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of phlebotomy experience with all age groups.
• Phlebotomy certification with a national agency recognized by AHCA; or must obtain within six (6) months of hire/transfer date. Must be kept current and active.
• Ability to follow written/verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine blood collection on all age groups, including neonates, infants, and the elderly.
• Demonstrate competency in specimen processing and receiving in the Laboratory.
• Register patients and specimens and assume daily lead responsibilities.
• Manage patient flow and help solve problems in the Preanalytical Laboratory Services.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Department

Lab_WMP

Job Summary

Under the supervision of Manager, Preanalytical Laboratory Services and Phlebotomy Supervisors, performs all duties of Phlebotomist Tech II, including routine blood collection on all age groups to include neonates, infants and the elderly. In addition, demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to perform specimen processing and receiving in the Laboratory. Demonstrates competency in registration of patients and specimens. Assumes daily lead responsibilities. Handles patient flow and instrumental in solving problems.

Required Qualifications

• Require a minimum of two (2) years of phlebotomy experience with all age groups.
• Require Phlebotomy certification with a national agency recognized by AHCA; or must obtain within six (6) months of hire/transfer date. Must be kept current and active.
• Require the ability to follow written/verbal instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer previous experience in patient registration.
• Prefer one (1) year experience with SMHCS in primary role.
• Prefer demonstrated positive customer service and good judgment when in contact with patients, the public, and other staff members.
• Prefer the ability to demonstrate an amiable personality and a willing and cooperative attitude.
• Prefer excellent communication skills and ability to use and understand vocabulary with some knowledge of medical terminology.

Mandatory Education

HS EQ: High School Diploma, GED or Certificate

Preferred License and Certs

FDL: Valid Driver's License

Employment Screening Requirements

As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/