Phlebotomist Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Monday - Friday

SUMMARY

The Phlebotomist Manager oversees Phlebotomists to ensure efficient lab operations, maintaining compliance with COLA, state, and federal regulations. This role includes technical oversight of laboratory testing, quality control, and quality assessment. Additionally, the Phlebotomist Manager ensures overall lab safety in accordance with OSHA standards. Success in this position requires adaptability, resourcefulness, and strong leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes but not limited to the following :

• Perform all duties as a Phlebotomist
• The Phlebotomist Manager is responsible for all functions related to phlebotomy, central processing, send-outs and processing specimens, where appropriate
• Under the general supervision of the Regional Administrator, the Phlebotomist Manager will work independently and have primary responsibility for the Phlebotomy staff and Lab Receptionists.
• Coordinate with the billing department for new or changes with laboratory tests and respond to coding questions and inquiries
• Review all incoming Lab invoices and ensure invoiced items are received.
• Review and maintain Lab policies.
• Maintain service contracts and schedule routine preventative maintenance for Lab equipment. Track and report any equipment downtime.
• Work with Epic ambulatory team to ensure Labs are being ordered and interfaced correctly.
• Maintain Quality Assurance documentation.
• Ensure Quality Control is routinely reviewed and maintain reporting documentation.
• Maintain and renew CLIA licensing for all locations
• Follow COLA / State / Federal best practices. Prepare the Lab for inspections by keeping documentation organized and easily accessible. Submit documentation for annual accreditation renewal.
• Manage Lab projects and partnerships. Work closely with Regional Administrator, Facilities Management, and others to oversee projects.
• Communicate with SVH Lab Director and providers when there are changes to Laboratory test procedures that impact patient care.
• Keep current records on hazardous waste disposal.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

The employee performing this position is expected to have Previous Management and Supervisory experience, be a licensed Phlebotomist, and hold a Bachelor’s Degree. The employee performing this position is expected to hold a current license to practice in the State of California. They are expected to have knowledge of computer applications, especially as they pertain to the laboratory.

REQUIRED LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

PREFERRED

Bilingual in Spanish.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT :

Salinas Valley Health Clinics requires you to prove that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.