Sr. Phlebotomy Technician
About The Position
The Sr. Phlebotomy Technician assists the supervisor with day-to-day department operations. The position performs and processes Point of Care Testing (POC), venous and capillary blood collection from adults, infants, and children, and related functions. It also includes supporting staffing, onboarding, supplies, and workflow, and performing phlebotomy and POC testing as needed. This is a traveling floater position based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours varying between 6:30 AM and 8:30 PM in 8- or 10-hour shifts, and rotational weekend coverage. Staffing needs may also include holidays, on-call work, and overtime. Pediatric experience is required. Pay is $26.00–$29.00 per hour; offers depend on factors including skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market conditions, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of phlebotomy experience.
- At least 1 year of pediatric experience, inclusive of pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record, if applicable.
- Flexibility and availability based on staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime.
- Keyboard and data-entry experience.
- Ability to travel for the position.
- Ability to lift and carry objects, sit or stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks with the dominant hand, and meet the listed physical demands.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience in a Patient Service Center environment.
- Customer service experience in a retail or service environment.
- Three years of progressive, accomplished experience in POC and phlebotomy.
- Medical assistant or paramedic training.
- Phlebotomy certification; required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
Responsibilities
- Assist the supervisor with day-to-day department operations.
- Prepare staff schedules to provide adequate coverage and update changes daily.
- Ensure equitable distribution of workload.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with technicians and clinic staff in conjunction with the Supervisor.
- Monitor work to ensure it is performed efficiently.
- Establish an onboarding program for new employees in conjunction with the Supervisor.
- Perform phlebotomy and POC testing as needed.
- Maintain drawing and POC testing carts and trays with necessary supplies.
- Maintain supplies and place orders in a timely manner, using supplies and materials cost-effectively.
- Sort timed specimen requisitions and distribute them according to unit assignments as necessary.
- Obtain specimens and requisitions, draw blood, and perform POC tests as needed.
- Identify the needs of the patient population and modify and deliver care accordingly, including communicating at the patient’s, parent’s, or caregiver’s developmental, age, educational, and literacy level.
- Adhere to the standards identified in the clinic’s Organizational Competencies.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
- Well-being programs.
- Annual no-cost health assessment program.
- Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program.
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
- Six holidays plus one “MyDay” off.
- FinFit financial coaching and services.
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Life and disability insurance, with a buy-up option.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Annual incentive plans.
- Matching gifts program.
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
