Phlebotomy Technician 1- Lab- PT- 1st Shift

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a qualified individual to obtain blood specimens from patients and deliver them to the laboratory. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED, ideally with MLA certification and relevant experience. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential. This position emphasizes patient confidentiality and integrity in the identification process.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• MLA certification from a national agency is preferred.
• Associates Degree with relevant course hours is preferred.
• Previous work experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood specimens from patients.
• Deliver specimens to the laboratory or transport system.
• Correctly identify patients and specimens.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Maintaining confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or GED

MLA certification preferred

Associates Degree with biology and chemistry

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.