Phlebotomist, Ambulatory

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Clinical Services Technician to join their dedicated team. This role involves collecting and processing pathology specimens, ensuring accurate patient identification, and maintaining laboratory workflow. The technician will demonstrate service excellence by providing compassionate care and effective communication while managing patient expectations. With a commitment to community health since 1961, this organization offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a vital healthcare mission.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Phlebotomy certificate preferred.
• 1 year clinical experience as a phlebotomist or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process pathology specimens at Ambulatory Care Centers.
• Verify patient/specimen identification and manage laboratory workflow.

Skills

Patient Communication

Specimen Processing

Quality Control Procedures

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Phlebotomy Certificate

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Computer Systems

Job description

Overview

The Clinical Services Technician collects pathology specimens at free standing Ambulatory Care Centers. Responsible for the registration, processing, and allocation of laboratory specimens and orders from all sources. Responsible for verification of proper patient/specimen identification, appropriateness of specimen and accompanying orders. Organizes laboratory workflow and appropriately prioritizes processing and preparation of specimens for transport. Maintains a clean and orderly work environment, proper PAR levels of supplies, while remaining fiscally responsible to the organization. Utilizes requisite equipment, instruments and computer systems to test request, accession, correctly label and package specimens to ensure specimen integrity for delivery via courier to appropriate laboratory facility. Performs specified procedures within scope of established testing methods and responsibilities. Performs POCT and appropriately documents routine maintenance and quality control procedures on specified equipment and troubleshoots as needed. Manages patient wait times and expectations utilizing available computer systems and clear communication. Demonstrates service excellence by acknowledging customers in a friendly and professional manner, actively listening, responding with empathy, and showing pride in appearance and behavior. Updates knowledge, skills and applies appropriately. Maintains age-specific and other required competencies as needed. Works both independently and as part of a team with general and/or periodic review by supervisory staff. 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

Phlebotomy Preferred

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - And Graduate Phlebotomy Or Certificate Accredited Institution Preferred

Experience

1 Year Clinical - Phlebotomist Or Equivalent Education Requirement