Durham, North Carolina
Watertown, Wisconsin
San Marcos, California
Posted: 13-Nov-24
Location: Durham, North Carolina
Salary: Open
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Internal Number: 251567
Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.
Learn more about us: https://dhip.dukehealth.org/about-us
$2,500 Commitment Bonus | Paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (received at 6 months and 12 months). ?
**Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the commitment bonus.**
JOB LOCATION
Harris and Smith at Capitol Street - 4116 Capitol St, Durham, NC
JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of this position is to insure the proper collection of blood specimens for established procedures and protocols and to assist in the delivery of all specimens collected at Harris & Smith OB/Gyn to the appropriate performing laboratory. Position also performs other functions as needed to support a Duke University Health System off-site practice.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform routine laboratory tests on premises (ex. venipuncture, POCT, Urine)
- Perform basic processing and storage of specimens, including but not limited to: positively ID all patient specimens and verify all laboratory labels/requisitions.
- Enters all specimens into Gajema Courier Packing system or calls for STAT pickup.
- Maintain inventory (ensure stock is up to date), including ensuring that all areas are kept organized, clean, and well stocked.
- Performs daily QC and temperature checks according to clinic policies.
- Sterilize and high level disinfect medical equipment
- Follows universal precautions.
- Maintain all scheduled safety training and continuing education as required by the department.
- Perform other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by a provider or RN.
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Education
- High School diploma or GED. For assignment to phlebotomy, completion of a structured phlebotomy training course and clinical rotation is recommended.
- Minimal educational or experience requirements may be modified on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment) director if minimal CLIA requirements are met by the employee for the tasks being performed.
Experience
- Alternatively, an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
- Must have at least 2 years experience as a Clin Tech I or Certification as a Phlebotomist plus achieve required competency level for specified job responsibilities.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
- For assignment to Phlebotomy Services, certification as a phlebotomist by a nationally recognized board/agency may be required; certification of Basic Life Support preferred.
- National Healthcare Association (NHA) --Clinical Laboratory Phlebotomy Examination (CLPlb), American Society of Clinical Pathologists-- Phlebotomy Technician Examination [PBT(ASCP)], International Academy of Phlebotomy Sciences (IAPS), National Phlebotomy Association (NPA), American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT).
Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.
Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.
This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.