Lead Lab Support Technician

Saint Luke's East Hospital | 100 NE Saint Lukes Blvd | Lees Summit | MO

Full time

JobReq0060622

Job Description

Do you have a passion for healthcare and a heart of service? Look no further than Saint Luke's!

Collects patient samples using best practices for phlebotomy. Documents receipt of patient samples in Lab Information System (LIS) and prepares them for analysis. As a Lead LST, this individual has additional accountability for assigned administrative tasks or projects and serving as a role model for the LST group in the department.

• FT - Days 3 12-hour shifts per week: 0700-1930 Week 1: Sunday, Monday Tuesday. Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday

• Collects patient specimens in accordance with laboratory's policy, procedures and regulatory standards.

• Correlates patient samples to provider laboratory test orders in the LIS/EMR.

• Performs and reports Point of Care laboratory testing as required.

• Uses education and experience to identify and resolve patient circumstances that may interfere with accurate sample collection.

• Trains new employees and precepts phlebotomy students.

• Assists with competency evaluations.

• Manages supply ordering and inventory levels.

• Manages and directs staff scheduling, as assigned.

• Serves as a resource for staff to resolve problems or issues that may impact patient care.

• Participates in performance improvement activities, as assigned.

• Phlebotomy Certification, ASCP or HNA (required) within 9 months of hire

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Less than 1 year

Job Details

Full Time

Day (United States of America)

Saint Luke’s Health System includes 18 hospitals and campuses across the Kansas City region, home care and hospice, behavioral health care, dozens of physician practices, a life care senior living community, and more. Find out more about what Saint Luke’s offers:

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