Phlebotomist, Clinical Svcs Tech

WakeMed; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Clinical Services Technician position in Cary, NC, handles specimen collection across age groups and ensures accurate processing and distribution of laboratory orders. The role emphasizes verification of patient identifications and proper specimen handling, while maintaining equipment and performing quality control procedures.

The technician will support workflow efficiency, assist with routine maintenance, and serve as a resource for less experienced co-workers, contributing to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 1 year related position experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens from all age populations with minimal patient impact.
• Process and allocate laboratory specimens and orders from all sources.
• Verify patient and specimen identification and appropriateness of orders.
• Organize workflow and prioritize processing and distribution of specimens.
• Utilize equipment and computer systems to test requests and deliver specimens.
• Perform routine maintenance and quality control on equipment and troubleshoot as needed.
• Train new employees in theoretical and operational aspects of the position.

Skills

Specimen collection

Lab procedures

Quality control

Training

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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.

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