Huntsville Hospital Health System·Guntersville, Alabama
Perform venipunctures, capillary punctures, and collect various specimens while instructing patients on proper collection methods. Handle clerical duties, order tests via computer, and ensure the collection area is adequately stocked.
Overview Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, performs venipunctures and capillary punctures, collects throat swabs for culture, and instructs patients on proper collection of urine specimens.
Accesses computers for ordering tests, printing labels, and collecting demographic data.
Assists in clerical tasks.
Assures that collecting area is adequately stocked with supplies.
Prints ‘Specimen Collection’ reports and responds appropriately to all uncollected work listed on the report.
The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position.
Education: Prefer high school diploma or equivalent. (i.e. GED) License/Certification: Phlebotomy Certification preferred. Additional skills/abilities: 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. About Us 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.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred along with a Phlebotomy Certification. Candidates must possess strong verbal communication skills and the visual acuity necessary to perform specific lab tests.
Market context
In Alabama, phlebotomy technician openings are typically tied to ongoing patient care needs in hospitals and clinics, so employers look for dependable coverage and accurate specimen collection. These roles are competitive because they often require certification, clear verbal communication, and the visual acuity needed for lab work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your phlebotomy certification and highlight any experience with patient-facing lab procedures.