Phlebotomist

Talentify; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Cary, NC seeks a Clinical Services Technician responsible for specimen collection across age groups, processing and allocation of lab specimens, verification of patient and specimen IDs, and prioritizing workflow to meet turnaround times.

The role involves operating lab equipment and information systems, labeling and delivering specimens, performing routine maintenance and quality control, and training new staff as a resource to the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• 1 year related position experience preferred.
• Not Applicable licensure.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens on all age populations with minimal patient impact.
• Process and allocate laboratory specimens and orders from all sources.
• Verify proper patient and specimen identification and labeling.
• Organize workflow, prioritize processing and distribution of specimens.
• Operate equipment, instruments, and computer systems for testing requests and delivery.

Skills

Specimen collection

Laboratory workflow

Quality control

Training others

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Lab equipment

LIS / computer systems

Lab labeling systems

Job description

Overview

The Clinical Services Technician collects specimens on all age populations as assigned with minimal patient impact. Responsible for the processing and allocation of laboratory specimens and orders from all sources. Responsible for verification of proper patient and specimen identification, appropriateness of specimen and accompanying orders. Organizes laboratory work flow and appropriately prioritizes processing and distribution of specimens. Utilizes requisite equipment, instruments, and computer systems to test request, accession, correctly label and deliver specimens to appropriate laboratory sections within acceptable time frames. Performs specified procedures within scope of established testing methods and responsibilities. Performs and appropriately documents routine maintenance and quality control procedures on specified equipment and troubleshoots as needed. Trains new employees in the theoretical and operational aspects of this position and services as a resource for less experienced co-workers. Performs other duties as assigned.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Not Applicable

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Experience

1 Year Related Position Experience Preferred

Not Applicable