Compassionate Phlebotomy Technician: Precision Blood Draws

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, AL seeks a skilled phlebotomist to collect blood samples via venipuncture, heelstick, and fingerstick for testing. You will identify patients and follow strict specimen collection procedures.

The role includes processing specimens, entering outpatient orders in the Laboratory Information System, and performing related duties. A strong emphasis on accurate labeling and chain-of-custody drug screens.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Formal phlebotomy training preferred.
• Current BLS certification upon hire or within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipunctures, heelsticks, and fingersticks to obtain blood samples for testing.
• Identifies patients and follows procedures for specimen collection.
• Processes and receives specimens into the laboratory per protocol.
• Enters outpatient orders into Laboratory Information System.
• Collects chain of custody drug screens for pre-employment, post-accident, and just cause cases.
• Assists with frozen sections and clerical duties as needed.
• Performs other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Laboratory procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy training program

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Job description

Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, AL seeks a skilled phlebotomist to collect blood samples via venipuncture, heelstick, and fingerstick for testing. You will identify patients and follow strict specimen collection procedures.

The role includes processing specimens, entering outpatient orders in the Laboratory Information System, and performing related duties. A strong emphasis on accurate labeling and chain-of-custody drug screens.