Phlebotomy Coordinator

Cape Fear Valley Health

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Coordinator identifies patients, obtains specimens using venous or capillary collection methods, and verifies and labels specimens before leaving the patient. The role prioritizes and transports specimens within the stated turnaround time (TAT). The coordinator provides guidance to non-certified phlebotomists on specimen acceptability, difficult draws, and related issues; performs specimen collection and receipt according to laboratory protocols; and follows laboratory and hospital safety policies. The position also assists with orienting students and new laboratory employees and may cover duties of the Phlebotomy Technical Specialist/Phlebotomy Coordinator when requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification through ASCP, AMT, NHA, ACA, NPCE, or NCCT.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Knowledge and skill in appropriate blood collection and handling techniques.
• Ability to interact with patients according to the Erickson model of development.
• Moderate to heavy walking; light lifting up to 25 pounds; bending, squatting, reaching, carrying, pushing, and pulling; and manual dexterity.
• Ability to speak plainly and perform tasks requiring near visual acuity and color discernment.
• May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and guidance to non-certified phlebotomists concerning specimen acceptability, unusual or difficult draws, and related problems.
• Accurately and appropriately collect and receive laboratory specimens according to established protocols and procedures.
• Follow laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions, safety, fire safety, disasters, exposure, bloodborne and airborne pathogens, hazardous materials, and chain of custody procedures.
• Assist with orientation to laboratory procedures for students and/or new laboratory employees.
• When requested, cover duties during the Phlebotomy Technical Specialist/Phlebotomy Coordinator’s absence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Identify patients, obtain venous or capillary specimens, verify and label specimens before leaving the patient, and prioritize and transport specimens within stated TAT.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED