Lead Phlebotomist- Ben Taub

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon

B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet(r) nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine;
McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth);
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.

The lead phlebotomist is responsible for overseeing the phlebotomy and specimen processing areas in the absence of a supervisor. This role includes assigning workstations, performing phlebotomy procedures and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of specimen collection and processing. The Lead Phlebotomist demonstrates proficiency in venipuncture, blood culture collection for bottles or isolator tubes, age-specific skills in maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.

Additionally, the role involves monitoring staff certifications, training, and competencies, as well as supporting team development and maintaining productivity standards.

• School
  
  Education:
  
  High School Diploma (or) GED
• License &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Certified Phlebotomist required
• Work Experience:
  
  Three (3) years experience required (experience in a supervisory or lead role preferred)
• Proficiencies: P.C.

• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  Other;
  Laboratory Information Systems (LIS); EPIC and Rover (If applicable), Strong organizational and prioritization skills, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Work Schedule:
  
  Flexible; including rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays, as required
• Other Requirements:
  Phlebotomy Certification Required, Soft Skills (Effective Communication, teamwork, and adaptability) are essential.