Lab Processing Technician - Fast-Paced Medical Lab Support

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

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital provides essential lab support by receiving and processing requisitions and specimens, and ordering the required lab tests according to SOP. Daily duties include answering phone requests and entering test data into the computer, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

The role prefers an Associate degree with chemistry/biology coursework and MLA certification. Prior experience and fast typing (40 wpm) are advantageous for efficient patient service in a high-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree with minimum 6 chemistry and 6 biology semester hours preferred.
• MLA certification (ASCP or AMT) preferred.
• Previous work experience strongly preferred; 40 wpm keyboarding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical lab support by receiving and processing requisitions/specimens and ordering tests per SOP.
• Respond to phone requests and enter lab test data into the computer.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Prioritization

High-stress environment

Education

Associate degree (Chemistry/Biology hours)

MLA certification (ASCP/AMT) preferred

Job description

Huntsville Hospital provides essential lab support by receiving and processing requisitions and specimens, and ordering the required lab tests according to SOP. Daily duties include answering phone requests and entering test data into the computer, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

The role prefers an Associate degree with chemistry/biology coursework and MLA certification. Prior experience and fast typing (40 wpm) are advantageous for efficient patient service in a high-paced environment.