What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Phlebotomist position at Baptist Health System KY & IN?
Summary
Job Description:
Lead Phlebotomist
Full Time I First Shift
Laboratory Services I Lexington, KY
Baptist Health Clinical Lab and Pathology Department, where science meets compassion and precision meets care. We are dedicated to ensuring that every test, every result, and every patient matters. We demonstrate this by providing state-of-the-art technology; an expert team of pathologists and technicians; comprehensive services; fast and reliable results; a patient-centered approach; and commitment to continuous improvement.
The Lead Phlebotomist oversees daily phlebotomy operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. They coordinate staff workflow and scheduling, provide training and competency support, address patient and staff concerns, and assist with quality and regulatory compliance. The role also serves as a clinical resource and collaborates with laboratory leadership, nursing, and other departments to improve specimen collection and overall departmental operations.
Description:
- Coordinate daily phlebotomy workflow, staffing, scheduling, breaks, and coverage; ensure timely morning rounds and specimen transport; adjust staffing based on patient care needs; address daily personnel concerns; monitor safety and PPE compliance; track quality metrics and action plans; and support staff with patient care duties.
- Ensure timely recollection of rejected specimens, accurate LIS documentation of collection issues, and effective communication of concerns that may impact patient care.
- Coordinate the department’s training and competency program in collaboration with the Phlebotomy Educator and Preceptors.
- Oversee phlebotomy supply stocking, address patient and nursing-unit concerns, and provide input for employee performance evaluations.
- Work closely with laboratory leadership, nursing, and other departments to maintain efficient operations and high-quality patient care.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 year of job related experience
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
Benefits: Full-Time
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.