Lead Phlebotomist

Advocate Aurora Health

. Act as a resource to employees and students through training, orientation, day-to-day work direction, and guidance on complex issues .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeAurora • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $22 - $33 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in phlebotomy, including specimen collection and processing, while ensuring patient safety and quality assurance. Capable of leading teams, providing training, and maintaining effective communication in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

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Phlebotomy ExperienceSpecimen CollectionTeam LeadershipQuality AssuranceCustomer Service Skills

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Hard Skills

VenipunctureSpecimen ProcessingCLIA TestingData EntryInventory Management

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsListening SkillsCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Computer Software ApplicationsLaboratory Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentCurrent Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Patient SafetyHealthcareSpecimen TrackingQuality ControlFlexible Schedule

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a resource to employees and students through training, orientation, day-to-day work direction, and guidance on complex issues
Assign, monitor, and review work progress, accuracy, productivity, and staffing levels
Assist with interviewing, employee selection, staff development, employee concerns, morale, and policy communication
Monitor and coordinate department workflow, including specimen collection, processing, and ordering
Handle telephone calls appropriately
Assist with inventory and maintain supplies and equipment
Investigate procedure and performance failures and aid in resolution
Review procedures, report discrepancies to leadership, and review pending and management reports
Generate and distribute reports
Document quality assurance and improvement information according to protocol
Verify positive patient identification for patient safety
Perform venipuncture and collect specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients
Assess patient reactions to specimen collection and obtain medical assistance when necessary
Obtain specimens according to priority and scheduled draw times
Receive, sort, package, and track specimens for transport
Ensure completion of specimen collection functions according to protocol
Label specimens properly and resolve identification, requisition, and order issues
Accept specimens from internal and external customers and respond to additional procurement requests
Perform limited CLIA testing according to policy and run quality control checks
Instruct students in phlebotomy, data entry, and specimen processing

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Typically requires 3 years of experience in phlebotomy or related laboratory function
Demonstrated ability to lead a group of employees
Basic computer skills, including experience using computer software applications
Keyboarding and typing skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good listening and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated customer service skills to interface effectively with physicians, patients, visitors, and other healthcare employees
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including alternate site or shift assignments
Current driver's license granted by the state of residency, driving record meeting Aurora fleet safety standards, and proof of automobile liability insurance
Ability to provide care appropriate to newborn, pediatric, and adult patients
Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 10 lbs. frequently
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and bend for the majority of the workday
Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns, and eye and face protection as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits Eligible
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Competitive compensation
Career development programs