Certified Phlebotomy Tech , Medical Centers OBGYN Zeien, Full-time – First shift Position Available In Marshall, Alabama

Job Description
Collects blood specimens from in-patients and out-patients and places the specimens in appropriate depts.
Prints Outstanding Orders reports and responds appropriately to specimens listed on report.
Follows procedures as defined in the collection manual for patient identification and labeling tubes.
Prepares urine containers for collection, including routine, 24-hour, etc. Instructs patients on method of
collection.
Orders tests, receives specimens in computer and places barcode labels on specimens brought to lab from
outside sources and distributes specimens to appropriate departments.
Adheres to infection control procedures and isolation precautions.
Assists in clerical duties, including registration, checking charges, scanning, indexing and printing results.
Assists in maintaining adequate stock. Requests supplies as needed and places stock in appropriate areas
upon receipt.
Keeps work areas and collection tray clean and sanitary.
Responds to telephone appropriately and in a timely manner.
Under direct supervision, may assist technical personnel with simple procedures, when asked.
Orients new phlebotomists to the departmental procedures and environment.
Maintains good relations with patients, medical staff, co-workers, other depts. and physicians offices.
The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position.
Prefer high school diploma or equivalent. (i.e. GED)
Phlebotomy Certification preferred.
1 to 2 months on-the-job training under the supervision of Phlebotomy Testing Supervisor is the usual way in which the technique is learned.
Competency of components of laboratory procedures, as appropriate.
Good general condition.
Verbal ability to communicate with patients and other clientele instructions and other information.
Numerical ability to calculate by formula.
Form perception, visual acuity in the color spectrum to perform specific lab tests.
Dependable.
Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers.
Marshall Medical Centers, an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends.
Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North, in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center.
Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers’ patients can be assured they are being treated in an environment where a premium is placed on quality and best practices. About Marshall Medical Centers
Marshall Medical is a 240-bed, two-hospital system located in North Alabama’s scenic mountain-lakes region. With almost 1,300 employees, 27 specialties and a comprehensive range of services, Marshall Medical provides an excellent healthcare experience. From up-to-date facilities to award-winning EMR implementation, we offer an outstanding professional environment. Marshall Medical works hard to be an easy choice for our patients’ healthcare needs, and we invite you to choose us for a great career experience.
As a not-for-profit hospital, Marshall Medical leadership is committed to being a good community partner and being the best employer in the area. We are also dedicated to being an early adopter of technology. When Marshall Medical installed 4K monitors for surgical suites in both hospitals in 2016, it was the first health system in the entire country to have this technology. Marshall Medical has also invested in the latest lithotripter technology – the most advanced equipment available for blasting kidney stones.