Coord, Phleb Tring / Outpat Rsch

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to fill the role of Coordinator, Phlebotomist Training Program and Outpatient Clinical Research Resource. Will participate in oversight of didactic lectures, practice training, simulation lab practices, and physical draws in a practical lab setting. Additionally, the Coordinator will draw blood in the phlebotomist research lab for adult and pediatric participants.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in phlebotomy, excellent teaching skills, and a passion for educating and mentoring future phlebotomists. The position will report directly to the Outpatient Clinical Research Manager.

Responsibilities

Theory Training :

• Develop and deliver comprehensive phlebotomy theory training modules.
• Conduct engaging and informative lectures, ensuring that students grasp essential concepts related to phlebotomy procedures, anatomy, and safety protocols.
• Provide timely feedback to students on their theoretical understanding and performance.

Simulation Lab Practices :

• In collaboration with the CUMC school of nursing simulation lab, design and implement realistic and scenario-based simulation exercises for hands-on training.
• Supervise and guide students during simulation lab sessions, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety protocols.
• Assess and evaluate students' proficiency in simulated environments, offering constructive feedback for improvement.

Physical Draws in Practical Lab :

• Organize and oversee practical lab sessions where students perform physical blood draws on mannequins or other simulation tools.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy techniques and ensure students practice under realistic conditions.
• Provide one-on-one guidance during physical draws, addressing individual learning needs.

Assessment and Evaluation :

• Develop and administer assessments to evaluate students' comprehension of theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
• Implement objective and subjective evaluation methods to measure students' progress.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and provide feedback for continuous improvement.

Collaboration :

• Collaborate with other instructors, program coordinators, and stakeholders to fulfill the goals of the CRR and Irving Institute.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in phlebotomy to incorporate relevant information into the training curriculum.

Provide support in the research lab activities, including but not limited to adult and pediatric sample collection, processing, mentoring and evaluation of research staff.

Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus three years of related experience.

Certified Phlebotomist

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in teaching, mentoring, or precepting in a phlebotomy training program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to create and deliver engaging and effective training materials.
• Familiarity with simulation-based learning techniques.
• Professional phlebotomy certification training or degree in a relevant field (e.g., Medical Technology, Nursing).
• Teaching or preceptor certification is an asset.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

• Job Type : Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit :
• Regular / Temporary : Regular
• End Date if Temporary :
• Hours Per Week : 35
• Standard Work Schedule :
• Building :
• Salary Range : $65,300-$80,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.