Lead PCS/Phlebotomist

Duties

• Read, write, and understand the English language.
• During slow periods, the lead should stay busy and keep others busy prepping for the busy periods.
• Ensure donors are being seated quickly and appropriately.
• Ensure reactions are being managed well – leads in obtaining a nurse when needed.
• Assign sections at the beginning of the shift (a mix of experienced and new employees).
• Manage and track breaks of donor room staff.
• Report issues (donor or personnel) to management.
• Affords assistance in the training of new donor room personnel. Ensure completion of side work, cart filling, etc. at beginning and end of shift.
• Affords assistance in ensuring completion of weekly and monthly cleanings.
• Reports machine issues to management.

Requirements

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or the equivalent. Previous experience or education in a health-related field helpful. Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Required Skills/Abilities: Must be able to operate accurately the following equipment: Computer (basic skills includes typing, following prompts on monitor, using mouse, saving information etc.), Nexsys PCS.

Available to Travel

• Up to 25 miles to other facility(ies) for training or assisting other center's staffing needs.

Expectations of Professionalism

• Arrive on time or early to every shift.
• Call out very minimally. We are relying on you!
• Help train or take the lead in training new hires or cross-trainees.
• Support new personnel through their learning curve in a positive, encouraging manner and will address anyone not doing the same.
• Help maintain a positive environment for personnel and donors.
• Check your personal business and bad attitude at the door!
• Always be willing to help any employee in need, despite how long they’ve been here.
• Always an example of perfect PPE and other company policies.

Physical Requirements

• Read computer screens, procedure manuals and other documents.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Hear doorbells, alarms, telephone, and other mechanical devices.
• Work confidently while being observed during frequent quality inspections.
• Work in walk in - Subzero freezer(s).
• Ability to lift, pull, tug up to 50 pounds to stock supplies and/or move or support donors.
• Regularly required to use hands and fingers, to handle & feel objects, tools and controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Work in a safe and healthy environment.
• Work confidently while being observed during frequent quality inspections.
• Work in a safe and healthy environment.