Specimen Processor-Cape Fear Valley-Core Lab-Variable Shifts

Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Location Fayetteville, North Carolina Department Core Laboratory Job Family Allied Health Work Shift Variable (United States of America) Summary Under the direction of the Technical Specialist and Manager, performs specimen processing functions and non-technical duties as assigned. Performs laboratory specimen receiving, processing and distribution of specimens received for microbiology testing. Accessions specimens, processes and sets up specimens for cultures. Performs gram stains, maintenance, orders supplies, and prepare specimens for send out testing as needed. May also be trained to perform moderately complex rapid tests based on education and training. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of handling blood/body fluid and other laboratory specimens, according to infection control guidelines preferred. Specimen processing, microbiology background preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and computer background preferred. Possess skills for accepting responsibility, making decisions, and working as a team. Promote and maintain compatible working relationships among personnel within the section. Ability to operate equipment at sitting or standing levels. Flexibility and adaptability to work additional hours or shifts and under stress. Effective communications skills to include listening, writing, talking and reading. Ability to communicate via telephone, LIS, email and verbally. Excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of laboratory functions, specimen requirements and specimen processing. Indicate the mental and emotional activities required of this job in the course of a normal shift. Handles multiple priorities. Independent decision making and able to make decisions under pressure. Manages stress, anger, fear and hostility. Works alone and with others effectively. Works in close proximately to others or in a distracting environment.Subject to viral and bacterial infections, exposed to blood borne pathogens. Occasional exposure to toxic substances. Visual acuity and above average manual dexterity. Capable of moderate amount of walking, standing, sitting and lifting. Required Licenses and Certifications 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.