Medical Lab Technician - Madison Hospital Clinical Lab - PRN - 2nd Shift

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated laboratory technician to perform high-volume tests and troubleshoot technical issues. This role requires a certification from a recognized agency and emphasizes excellent communication skills in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be adept at maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in reporting. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact patient care and laboratory efficiency.

Qualifications

• Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Recertification required every 3 years if certified after 1/1/2004.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-volume laboratory tests using standard procedures.
• Identify causes of technical and instrumental problems.

Skills

Communication Skills

Prioritization

Confidentiality

Technical Problem Solving

Education

Certification from a nationally recognized credentialing agency

Job description

Overview

Performs high-volume, repetitive laboratory tests and, using standard procedures, identifies causes of technical and instrumental problems.

Qualifications

Education: Certification from a nationally recognized credentialing agency, e.g., ASCP, AMT, or AAB, within 6 months of hire. Recertification is required every 3 years if certification was obtained on or after 1/1/2004. Certification does not expire for individuals certified prior to 1/1/2004.

Experience: Experience as a generalist or in a designated discipline is strongly preferred.

Additional Skills/Abilities: Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must be able to maintain absolute confidentiality in handling patient information. Absolute integrity and accuracy in the identification and reporting of numbers and names.