Phlebotomy Laboratory Coordinator

Summary

Job Description:

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.

Description:

• Laboratory Coordinator position oversees inpatient phlebotomy; responsible for scheduling, ordering and overseeing inpatient phlebotomy staff as well as compliance with hospital policy and regulatory regulations.
• Supervises staff to ensure the smooth flow of operations and compliance with hospital and department policies, procedures, and other regulatory agencies. Provides technical guidance and assistance to the staff.
• Schedules adequate number of personnel to meet productivity while meeting the budget and limiting overtime.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to the staff.
• Develops, reviews and updates technical policy and procedure manuals.
• Monitors and reviews patient results for significant analytical errors and unusual values and resolves problems that may adversely affect test results and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Communicates with all shifts and follows through concerning incomplete work/issues. Notifies the director of problem situations and possible solutions.
• The Laboratory Coordinator operates the department in a cost-effective manner and maintains expenses within the budget.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 5 years' experience as a phlebotomist.
• Membership in a professional organization is highly desirable but not mandatory.

Benefits:

• 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

Work Experience

Education