Phlebotomist: Lab Specimen Collection & Training

DCH Health System; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

DCH Health System in Tuscaloosa, AL seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to obtain and prepare specimens for laboratory testing and to handle clerical data entry and reporting.

The role supports the Assistant Phlebotomy Supervisor and Technical Specialist in training staff, supervises phlebotomy operations when leaders are away, and ensures safety and accuracy in specimen handling across campuses and drawing stations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification by a phlebotomy agency preferred but not required.
• Ability to operate office and laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collects, transports and receives specimens with knowledge regarding age specific laboratory needs.
• Performs clerical duties to process specimens and reports.
• Performs Breath Alcohol Test and Urine DOT Drug Screen Collections on multiple campuses.
• Inventories and stocks supplies.
• Trains and/or orients new employees.
• Maintains competency in therapeutic phlebotomy.
• Responsible for documentation of tasks performed.
• Assists in training of pre-analytical employees.
• Is in charge of phlebotomy operations in absence of supervisors.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Laboratory equipment

Computers

Automobile

Job description

DCH Health System in Tuscaloosa, AL seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to obtain and prepare specimens for laboratory testing and to handle clerical data entry and reporting.

The role supports the Assistant Phlebotomy Supervisor and Technical Specialist in training staff, supervises phlebotomy operations when leaders are away, and ensures safety and accuracy in specimen handling across campuses and drawing stations.