The Lead Phlebotomist supports both patient care and departmental operations, serving as an extension of the Phlebotomy Services Manager. This role combines hands-on phlebotomy duties with leadership responsibilities, including overseeing daily workflow, coordinating staffing, training team members, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring a positive, efficient patient experience. The Lead Phlebotomist helps maintain departmental standards, supports scheduling and timecard review, and contributes to process improvements and staff development.

Location: Columbia Tech Center and Camas locations
Schedule: M-T-TH-F from 7: 15 am to 5: 45pm, Wednesdays off

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Phlebotomist to support our phlebotomy team and ensure exceptional patient care. This role blends clinical responsibilities with leadership functions, acting as a key resource for staff and an operational partner to the Phlebotomy Services Manager. Will mentor others, improve workflows, and contribute to a positive team culture. Oversee daily patient flow and delegate tasks to ensure smooth operations.

• Reassign staff and coordinate cross-site coverage as needed
• Serve as the first point of contact for staff questions and troubleshooting
• Assist with scheduling, vacation coordination, and sick call coverage
• Support timecard review and basic administrative tasks
• Research and communicate first-level issue resolutions
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work environment
• Create monthly work schedules for phlebotomy staff
• Help maintain the Specimen Collection Manual
• Train staff on new processes and monitor compliance
• Contribute agenda items and training content for departmental meetings
• Perform regular Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist duties as needed

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional, compassionate approach to staff support
• Ability to build positive relationships with patients, providers, and colleagues
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment
• Ability to communicate clearly in meetings and written formats

Education & Experience

• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy program (required)
• Washington State Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist license (required)
• Minimum 1 year of clinical phlebotomy experience (required)
• Leadership experience preferred
• Experience with CLIA-waived testing preferred
• Strong communication and customer service skills

Pay Range:
$26.80 - $37.52

The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Benefit-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month following one month of employment. Vancouver Clinic offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD& D, long term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and multiple supplemental benefits (voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, legal services, etc.). We also offer a 401k retirement plan, along with an employer matching contribution up to 4%. Compensation packages and time off programs vary and are dependent on factors such as department, position type, primary work state and FTE. Contact your Recruiter for full information.

Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on successful completion of background screen and immunization requirements.