Phlebotomist Team Leader

OneBlood•Spring Hill, FL

52d

About The Position

Provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to the collection staff during blood drives or at branches. Performs phlebotomy and collection procedures and processes related to the collection of blood and/or blood components from donors according to the organization's policies and procedures, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, and American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) standards. If assigned to mobiles, responsible for driving the blood mobile. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the duties and responsibilities performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and six months of related experience.
If assigned to work on mobiles, successfully passing, CDL pre-qualifications, training and obtaining a CDL (Commercial Driver's License) is required.
CPR Certification required.
Ability to read, understand and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to organize work for timely completion
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Ability to speak, write, read, and understand English
Basic computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Ability to commute with personal transportation
Ability to operate and drive a mobile, box truck or van to designated site locations, if assigned to mobiles
Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work a flexible schedule, as dictated by business needs, including weekend, holidays and overtime when necessary

Responsibilities

Provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to the collection staff during blood drives or at branches; including assignment of meal/break periods
Ensures that staff follow applicable Policies and Procedures
Obtains medical history and vitals from donors and/or patients
Performs phlebotomy and collection procedures to collect blood or blood components
Completes beginning and end of shift responsibilities including review of all donor records and regulated documents for accuracy and completion
Assists with the recruitment of all donors including potential apheresis and platelet candidates and supports collection goals including ALYX conversions and split rates
Ensures all equipment is operational and necessary supplies are available to conduct blood drives or branch operations
Monitors deferrals and performance to identify training needs or equipment issues
Ensures excellent customer service and professionalism towards all customers including communication to Donor Recruitment staff regarding issues and concerns on blood drives
If assigned to mobiles, drives a bloodmobile and other collection vehicles, as assigned, to and from collection sites.