Lead Phlebotomist

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the assistant laboratory director, is responsible for coordinating the daily operation and the activities of the phlebotomy staff. As a working supervisor, performs a variety of procedures in the section.

FLSA: Non-exempt

EEO: □ 01 Officials and Managers X 02 Professionals □ 03 Technicians □ 04 Sales Workers □ 05 Administrative Support Workers □ 06 Craft Workers □ 07 Operatives □ 08 Laborers and Helpers □ 09 Service Workers

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains policies, standards, and procedures set forth by the laboratory.
• Coordinates the planning of schedules and work assignments of the staff within the section to insure an even distribution of the workload and to maintain the skill levels of all staff members.
• Orients new employees when hired and will train all employees if new procedures, instruments or methods are established.
• Ensures that the phlebotomy staff performs all tasks and procedures according to standard criteria.
• Assists point of care coordinator with training and review as required.
• Ensures that all record keeping procedures, both manual and computerized, are performed according to established protocol. Follows universal precaution procedures in order to minimize exposure to infection diseases.
• Ensures staff in section follow all safety policies. 
• Ensures that regulatory compliance is met with regards to disposal of biohazardous waste products. 

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Populations Served

□ Does not treat or care for patients.

□ Neonate (<30 days)

□ Infant (<1 year)

X Early Childhood (1 year and <5 years)

X Late Childhood (5 years and <13 years)

X Adolescent (13 and <17 years)

X Young Adult (17 to <30 years)

X Middle Adult (30 years to <60 years)

X Older Adult (>60 years)

Protected Health Information

Type of Protected Information Accessed:

□ Demographic

□ Clinical

□ Insurance

□ Financial

X Complete Medical Record 

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure

While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees

Physical Requirements -

Physical Dexterity and Effort: Rarely <1%, Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Constantly 67-100%

Bending/Stooping □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Climbing X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Keyboard Data Entry □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Kneeling □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Lifting/Moving Patients □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Reaching □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly 

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Running X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Sitting □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Squatting □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Standing □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Walking □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs. □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Pushing / Pulling: 26-75 lbs. □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Pushing/Pulling: over 75 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 0-25 lbs. □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 26-75 lbs. X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : over 75 lbs. X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Visual Acuity, Hearing and Speaking: Rarely <1%, Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Constantly 67-100%

Audible Speech □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Hearing Acuity □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Smelling Acuity X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Taste Discrimination X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Vision: Depth Perception □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Vision: Distinguish Color □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Vision: Seeing Far □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Vision: Seeing Near □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Biological: Rarely <1%, Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Constantly 67-100%

Biohazardous waste/ hazards □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Blood and/or bodily fluids □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Communicable diseases/pathogens □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Chemical: Rarely <1%, Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Constantly 67-100%

Asbestos or lead X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Cytotoxic Chemicals X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Dust X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Hazardous Chemicals □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Gases/Vapors/Fumes □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Hazardous Medication □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Latex □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES
Responsible for section’s operational excellence; ensures section delivers quality services in accordance with
applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent, Required

Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications

Phlebotomy Certification preferred

Minimum Work Experience

Minimum three years experience as a phlebotomy technician.