Central Processing Technician 1- Lab- FT- 3rd Shift

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to provide essential technical support in a dynamic lab environment. This role involves processing requisitions, entering lab data, and ensuring accuracy in patient identification. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive work culture, this position offers a chance to thrive in a fast-paced setting. The organization boasts a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans, tuition assistance, and ongoing education programs, making it an ideal place for aspiring professionals to launch their careers.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Tuition assistance

Short- and long-term disability

401K retirement plans

Onsite training

Discounts on services and products

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree with at least 6 semester hours of chemistry and biology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support by processing requisitions and specimens.
• Enters lab test data into the computer and responds to phone requests.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Keyboarding skills (40 wpm)

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to prioritize tasks

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates Degree in Chemistry/Biology

Job description

Overview

Provides technical support to the lab by receiving and processing requisitions and specimens, and ordering specified lab tests according to standard operating procedures. Responds to phone requests and enters lab test data into the computer.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or GED required.

Preferred Education: Associates Degree with at least 6 semester hours of chemistry and 6 semester hours of biology.

License, certification, and/or registration: MLA certification from a recognized credentialing agency (e.g., ASCP or AMT) preferred.

Experience: Previous work experience strongly preferred. Keyboarding skills, 40 wpm, preferred.

Additional Skills/Abilities: Excellent communication skills; ability to work in a fast-paced, customer service environment; ability to prioritize and adapt to changing tasks; maintain confidentiality; work under stress with minimal downtime; work effectively in a team; ensure accuracy in patient identification; flexibility regarding shift end times.

About Us

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state, including a dedicated Red Shirt Trauma Program, many opportunities are available for professional growth. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and ranked among the "Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation" with excellent heart programs. Our facilities include six cath labs, four EP labs, and multiple medical and step-down units. We offer ongoing education, professional development programs, recognition awards, and support for new graduates transitioning into professional nursing roles. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, childcare, wellness programs, onsite pharmacy, free health clinics, tuition assistance, and more. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity, and partner with the U.S. Army’s PaYS program. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.

Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short- and long-term disability, retirement plans with 401K match, nurse residency, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, onsite training, and discounts on various services and products.

Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

• Careers: https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
• Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
• Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
• Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al