Phlebotomy Technician 1- Lab- FT- 1st Shift

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated individual to join its team as a specimen collector. In this vital role, you will be responsible for obtaining blood specimens from patients and ensuring their accurate delivery to the laboratory. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those holding an MLA certification and an associate's degree in biology and chemistry. Strong communication skills, integrity, and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential. Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will directly impact patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required with MLA certification preferred.
• Associates Degree with biology and chemistry coursework is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and deliver blood specimens to the laboratory.
• Correctly identify patients and specimens ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Communication Skills

Prioritization

Confidentiality

Integrity

Accuracy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates Degree in Biology and Chemistry

MLA certification

Job description

Overview

Obtains blood specimens from patients and delivers specimens to the laboratory and/or sends through the transport system. Correctly identifies patients and specimens.

Qualifications

Education

High School diploma or GED required.

MLA certification from a nationally recognized credentialing agency (i.e. ASCP or AMT) preferred. Associates Degree with a minimum of 6 semester hours of biology and 6 semester hours of chemistry preferred.

Experience

Previous work experience 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 the handling of patient information. Absolute integrity and accuracy in the patient identification process. Must complete HeartSaver CPR by the end of the orientation period.