Central Processing Technician 1- Lab- PRN- 3rd Shift

Huntsville Hospital Health System•Huntsville, AL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical support to the lab by receiving/processing requisitions/specimens and ordering specified lab tests according to standard operating procedures. Responds to phone requests and enters lab test data into computer.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work in a fast paced, customer service oriented environment
Ability to prioritize and change tasks frequently and quickly
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality in the handling of patient information
Ability to work in a high stress environment with little/no downtime
Ability to work in a team setting

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree with a minimum of 6 semester hours of chemistry and 6 semester hours of biology
MLA certification from a nationally recognized credentialing agency (i.e. ASCP or AMT)
Previous work experience
Keyboarding experience, 40 wpm

Responsibilities

Receiving/processing requisitions/specimens
Ordering specified lab tests according to standard operating procedures
Responding to phone requests
Entering lab test data into computer
Maintaining absolute confidentiality in the handling of patient information
Ensuring absolute integrity and accuracy in patient identification process

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Short term disability
Long term disability
Retirement account options with 401K organization match
Nurse residency program
Tuition assistance
Student loan reimbursement
On-site training and education opportunities
Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application