Phlebotomy Technician — Fast-Paced Specimen Collection

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts

Tuition assistance

On-site health clinic

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital is seeking staff to obtain blood specimens from patients and deliver them to the laboratory, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification. The role emphasizes precise handling and confidentiality in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Preferred qualifications include an MLA certification (ASCP/AMT) and an associate degree with biology/chemistry coursework; excellent communication and adherence to CPR requirements by orientation are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Obtains blood specimens from patients and delivers specimens to the laboratory.
• Correctly identifies patients and specimens.

Skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Attention to accuracy

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

ASCP/AMT MLA certification preferred

Associate degree in biology and chemistry preferred

Job description

Huntsville Hospital is seeking staff to obtain blood specimens from patients and deliver them to the laboratory, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification. The role emphasizes precise handling and confidentiality in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Preferred qualifications include an MLA certification (ASCP/AMT) and an associate degree with biology/chemistry coursework; excellent communication and adherence to CPR requirements by orientation are essential for success.