Lead Phlebotomist

Ability to comprehend and follow instructions; maintain attention and concentration for necessary periods; synthesize, coordinate, and analyze data, perform simple and repetitive tasks; maintain a work pace appropriate to given workload; perform complex and varied tasks; relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions; get along with co-workers and peers; understand the meaning of words and how to use them appropriately and effectively; understand and remember detailed instructions; make independent decisions or exercise judgment based on appropriate information; accept and carry out responsibility for direction, control and planning.

Incumbent will take responsibility for his/her actions, seek guidance for, and promptly report any suspected violation as provided in the Standards of Conduct and CommonSpirit Health policies and procedures. Incumbent will maintain the highest standards of business ethics and integrity, including representing CommonSpirit Health in a positive way, displaying honesty in all dealings, and ensuring confidentiality of all proprietary and operational information in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies. Incumbent will maintain the confidentiality and integrity of all patients’ Protected Health Information in accordance with HIPAA and HITECH regulations and CommonSpirit Health policies and procedures. Incumbent will maintain appropriate records and documentation
pertinent to the client/patient/staff and department operation applicable to his/her role. Incumbent will complete all mandatory education on time, and will cooperate in investigation matters as requested.

• Ensures that specimens are accessioned and dispensed to the appropriate lab sections. Instructs personnel and monitors accession tasks to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Assists the Laboratory Support Supervisor in the direction of the phlebotomy and clerical Staff consistent with their job descriptions and Laboratory/Hospital initiatives/goals.
• Assists employees in their specific duties as needed to ensure efficient handling of specimens and patients.
• Monitors phlebotomy supplies, ensuring an adequate inventory.
• Assists the Laboratory Support Supervisor in the development, maintenance and revision to the specimen handling and phlebotomy procedures.

Required

• High school graduate or equivalent and
• Two years of college with an emphasis on the biological sciences or two years of experience as a phlebotomist or supervisor
• Must possess and maintain a current Phlebotomy license with the State of California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) by the American Heart Association 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Computer skills

Founded in 1873, Dignity Health - Mercy Medical Center is a 186-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Merced, California. Serving over 150,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II NICU, heart care, the Mercy Cancer Center, and a family birth center. Additionally, Merced Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.