Phlebotomy Lab Technician: Patient Care & Training Lead

DCH Health System; Dutton Place (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DCH Health System in Alabama seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to obtain and prepare specimens for laboratory testing, perform clerical duties in the entry of laboratory data, reporting and posting of laboratory reports, and assist in training staff.

Responsibilities include collecting, transporting and receiving specimens, performing Breath Alcohol Test and Urine DOT Drug Screen collections across multiple locations, stocking supplies, organizing workflow, and maintaining competency in therapeutic

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Certification by a nationally recognized phlebotomy agency preferred but not required.
• Must be able to operate general office and laboratory equipment, computers and/or an automobile.
• Must have mobility sufficient to move about including standing, reaching, stooping/crouching, bending, lifting, turning and handling.

Responsibilities

• Collects, transports and receives specimens with knowledge regarding age specific laboratory needs of the patient and transporting requirements to maintain specimen integrity.
• Performs clerical duties necessary to process laboratory specimens and reports.
• Performs Breath Alcohol Test and Urine DOT Drug Screen Collections. Performs duties on both campuses, Nursing Homes, Emergency Room and Outpatient Drawing Stations.
• Inventories and stocks supplies. Checks, inspects and ensures proper storage and handling.
• Trains and/or orients new employees Organizes the workflow of the section.
• Maintains competency in and performs therapeutic phlebotomy.
• Responsible for all documentation required for the tasks performed.
• Assists the Assistant Phlebotomy Supervisor and Technical Specialist in training of pre-analytical employees.
• Is in charge of phlebotomy operations in the absence of the Administrative Supervisor, Assistant Supervisor, Technical Specialist

Skills

Mobility

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification preferred

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

DCH Health System in Alabama seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to obtain and prepare specimens for laboratory testing, perform clerical duties in the entry of laboratory data, reporting and posting of laboratory reports, and assist in training staff.

Responsibilities include collecting, transporting and receiving specimens, performing Breath Alcohol Test and Urine DOT Drug Screen collections across multiple locations, stocking supplies, organizing workflow, and maintaining competency in therapeutic