FacilityHoke HospitalLocationRaeford, North CarolinaDepartmentCore LaboratoryJob FamilyAllied HealthWork ShiftDays (United States of America)SummaryUnder the direction of the Technical Specialist and Manager, perform specimen processing functions and non-technical duties as assigned. Works in various areas of the laboratory, registering patients, collecting samples, and assessing the acceptability of samples for testing. Testing includes centrifugation, aliquoting, storage, and shipping. Provides support for clinical testing including preparation of slides, loading instrument, and result reporting. Performs waived and point-of-care testing and phlebotomy.Major Job FunctionsThe following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:Performs phlebotomy tasks when applicable at job siteAccurately receives and logs in specimensPerforms processing tasks accurately and efficiently from the receipt of the specimen until delivered to the designated area for analysis, meeting established turnaround timesProcesses, prepares lists and packages send out specimensCommunicates with other departments effectivelyPerforms clerical duties efficientlyPerforms set-up and misc. micro duties when applicable at job site.Performs loading and misc. core lab dutiesPerforms maintenance tasks on automated line as required, where applicablePerforms and documents Quality Control checks and maintenanceFollows established laboratory and hospital policies, for standard precautions, safety and disposalHelps in the training and orientation of new employees under the direction of the Technical Specialist or ManagerOther duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsThe following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:Education and Formal Training:High school diploma or GED requiredKnowledge of medical terminology and computer background preferredWork Experience:1 year of full-time specimen processing, phlebotomy or equivalent experience preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English languagePossess skills for accepting responsibility, making decisions, and working as a teamPromote and maintain compatible working relationships among personnel within the sectionAbility to operate equipment at sitting or standing levelsFlexibility and adaptability to work additional hours or shifts and under stressEffective communications skills to include listening, writing, talking and readingAbility to communicate via telephone, LIS, email and verballyExcellent customer service skillsKnowledge of laboratory functions, specimen requirements and specimen processingPhysical Requirements:Lift up to 25 poundsBending, squatting, reaching, carrying, pushing and pullingVisual acuity, able to discern colors and above average manual dexterityModerate amount of walking, standing, sitting and liftingSubject to viral and bacterial infections, exposed to blood borne pathogensOccasional exposure to toxic substancesHandles multiple prioritiesIndependent decision making and able to make decisions under pressureManages stress, anger, fear and hostilityWorks alone and with others effectivelyWorks in close proximity to others or in a distracting environmentRequired Licenses and CertificationsCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity