Phlebotomy Coordinator

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC is seeking a Phlebotomy-related professional for day shifts in the Medical Oncology department. The role focuses on identifying patients, collecting specimens via venous or capillary methods, and ensuring proper labeling and timely transport of specimens within stated turnaround times.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid phlebotomy certification from recognized bodies (ASCP/AMT/NHA/ACA/NPCE/NCCT).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy certification through ASCP, AMT, NHA, ACA, NPCE or NCCT required.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and guidance for questions from non-certified personnel on specimen acceptability and difficult draws.
• Performs accurate collection and receipt of specimens according to lab protocols.
• Follows policies for safety, universal precautions, and chain of custody procedures.
• Assists with orientation of laboratory procedures for students and new staff.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

FacilityCape Fear Valley Medical CenterLocationFayetteville, North CarolinaDepartmentMedical OncologyJob FamilyAllied HealthWork ShiftDays (United States of America)SummaryIdentifies patient, uses good technique to obtain specimen using venous or capillary methods, verifies and labels specimen prior to leaving patient. Prioritizes and transports specimens within stated TAT.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:Provides direction and guidance for questions and or problems referred by a non-certified phlebotomist concerning specimen acceptability, unusual or difficult draws or related problemsPerforms accurate and appropriate collection and receipt of specimens in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.Follows established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions, safety, fire safety, disasters, exposure, blood borne and airborne pathogens, hazardous materials, and chain of custody procedures.Assists with orientation of laboratory procedures for students and/or new laboratory employeesWhen requested, performs duties required to cover in Phlebotomy Technical Specialist/Phlebotomy Coordinator’s absenceOther 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 equivalent requiredPhlebotomy certification through ASCP, AMT, NHA, ACA, NPCE or NCCT requiredWork Experience:NoneKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English languagePossess knowledge/skill of appropriate blood collection/handling techniquesPhysical Requirements:Interacts with patients according to the Erickson model of developmentModerate to heavy amounts of walkingLight lifting up to 25 pounds, general motion including bending, squatting, reaching, carrying, pushing and pullingManual dexterityAbility to speak plainlyNear visual acuity, ability to discern colorsMay involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materialRequired Licenses and CertificationsPBT - American Society For Clinical PathologyCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity