Job Description

The Phlebotomy Supervisor monitors all pre-analytical activities performed in Meritus Medical Laboratory facilities and collection sites. In compliance with CLIA regulations, the Supervisor oversees all phlebotomy procedures to ensure they meet prescribed standards. This position performs functional duties in the pre-analytic and analytic phases (such as bleeding time) in the laboratory path of workflow. The Supervisor complies with CLIA standards listed as responsibilities for high-complexity general supervisors under 42 CFR 493.1463.

Essential Responsibilities

1. The general supervisor must be accessible to testing personnel to provide on-site, telephone, or electronic consultation to resolve technical problems in accordance with policies and procedures established by the Department Medical Directors. Alternative back-up may include the Medical Director, department supervisor, or shift supervisor.
2. Provides day-to-day supervision of waived, moderate, and high-complexity test performance by testing personnel.
3. As delegated by the Medical Director, assures that all remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
4. Ensures that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is properly functioning.
5. Identifies and provides orientation and training to all testing personnel and students.
6. Evaluates and documents the performance of all individuals responsible for waived, moderate, and high-complexity testing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education High school diploma or GED required. Associate’s degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry preferred.
• Experience Five years of phlebotomy experience required. Progressive roles of increasing responsibility are highly desirable.
• Licensure/Certification Current BLS certification required in compliance with policy. Certification from an approved phlebotomy program preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Must be proficient with neonates, infants, children, adults and the elder.