Duke Careers·Durham, North Carolina
The Technician provides high-quality occupational health clinical services, including vaccinations, specimen collection, and compliance screenings. They also manage administrative tasks such as patient check-in, EMR documentation, and clinic inventory management.
School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools.
Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe.
Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center.
The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.
Job Summary The Technician is responsible for delivering high-quality occupational health clinical services to employees in the RTP and surrounding areas.
This role includes administering routine vaccinations, performing specimen collection and testing, managing compliance-based screenings (such as fit testing and audiometry), and supporting the clinic through administrative and clerical tasks.
Clerical and Administrative Duties
Plan and execute the distribution of reports and information as required. Advise clinic leadership as to the status of current activities and additional or expanded program requirements; make recommendations for solution to problems identified.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities required.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Proficiency in clinical procedures such as venipuncture, vaccine administration, and specimen collection Familiarity with OSHA regulations and standards related to audiometry, respiratory protection, and drug testing Experience using electronic medical records (EMRs) for clinical documentation and tracking Ability to perform and interpret point-of-care testing (e.g., vision, hearing, TB, and color vision tests) Basic knowledge of infection control practices and standard precautions Ability to maintain clinical inventory, manage biohazardous materials, and adhere to safety protocols
Candidates must be proficient in clinical procedures like venipuncture and vaccine administration with a strong understanding of OSHA regulations. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and EMR systems are required.
Market context
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