What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist position at Duke?
Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital, located in Mooresville, North Carolina, is a 123-bed acute-care hospital that has been serving the greater Lake Norman area, Iredell County, and surrounding communities since 1926. The facility offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties.
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Occ Summary
Performs venipunctures, heel sticks and finger sticks to obtain blood samples for testing purposes. Properly identifies patients and follows procedures for collection of specimens. Ensures that all information from the blood collection of specimens is entered into the laboratory computer system including time drawn, time received, and proper collectors initials. Collects chain of custody urine drug screens for pre-employment, post-accident and just cause cases using proper collection procedures as set forth by NIDA. Performs duties at the laboratory front desk, answering phones and performing clerical duties. Performs other related functions as assigned by the MT/MLT on duty or the Laboratory Administrative Director.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of a formal training course in phlebotomy procedures from an accredited school or training program preferred.
Education
Completion of a formal training course in phlebotomy procedures from an accredited school or training program preferred.
Experience
One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
Phlebotomy certification preferred, but not required.
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