Phlebotomy Coordinator

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC seeks a Phlebotomy Coordinator to identify patients and obtain specimens using venous or capillary methods, verify and label before transport, and prioritize samples for timely processing.

The role includes guiding non-certified staff, ensuring adherence to universal precautions, and supporting orientation of new laboratory team members. Flexibility to cover duties during absences is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy certification required (ASCP, AMT, NHA, ACA, NPCE or NCCT).
• Strong English reading/writing/speaking skills.
• Ability to follow established laboratory protocols and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens by venipuncture or capillary methods.
• Verify and label specimens prior to transport.
• Provide guidance for questions from non-certified phlebotomists.
• Assist with orientation of new lab staff.
• Cover duties during coordinator absence.

Skills

English proficiency

Blood collection techniques

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Phlebotomy Coordinator### Phlebotomy CoordinatorApply: CFV: Full time: Posted Today: 40896**Facility**Cape Fear Valley Medical Center**Location**Fayetteville, North Carolina**Department**Medical Oncology**Job Family**Allied Health**Work Shift**Days (United States of America)**Summary**Identifies 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 Functions**The 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 problems* Performs 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 employees* When requested, performs duties required to cover in Phlebotomy Technical Specialist/Phlebotomy Coordinator’s absence* Other duties as assigned# **Minimum Qualifications**The 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 required* Phlebotomy certification through ASCP, AMT, NHA, ACA, NPCE or NCCT required## **Work Experience**:* None## **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required**:* Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language* Possess knowledge/skill of appropriate blood collection/handling techniques## **Physical Requirements**:* Interacts with patients according to the Erickson model of development* Moderate to heavy amounts of walking* Light lifting up to 25 pounds, general motion including bending, squatting, reaching, carrying, pushing and pulling* Manual dexterity* Ability to speak plainly* Near visual acuity, ability to discern colors* May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material**Required Licenses and Certifications**PBT - American Society For Clinical PathologyCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity