Phlebotomy Supervisor

Singing River Health System • Gulfport, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Supervisor plans, organizes and directs the activities of the Phlebotomy section of the Laboratory. This position ensures accurate; reliable testing, which includes adequate staffing with competent, well-trained personnel and ensuring that equipment and instrumentation are maintained and functioning properly. The Phlebotomy Supervisor remains abreast of new testing procedures, instrument and technical developments in order to provide expertise and appropriate growth within the department, and participates as a member of the laboratory “team.”

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years’ experience as staff phlebotomist, preferably within a hospital setting, required.
• Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities.
• Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels.
• Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required.
• Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
• Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
• Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.

Nice To Haves

• Current Phlebotomy certification from an approved agency is preferred.
• Prior experience with a lab information system is preferred.
• Experience in conjunction with a lab outreach program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs the activities of the Phlebotomy section of the Laboratory.
• Ensures accurate and reliable testing.
• Ensures adequate staffing with competent, well-trained personnel.
• Ensures that equipment and instrumentation are maintained and functioning properly.
• Remains abreast of new testing procedures, instrument and technical developments to provide expertise and appropriate growth within the department.
• Participates as a member of the laboratory “team.”

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED