Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Location Fayetteville, North Carolina Department Phlebotomy 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 or NCCT required Work Experience: None Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 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 Pathology Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process. At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch. Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time. Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually. A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians. Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond. Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.