Specimen Collection Tech

Marshall Health Network • Huntington, WV

23h

About The Position

Cabell Huntington Hospital is seeking a full-time Specimen Collection Tech to work in its IP Specimen Collection Department. The primary purpose of the Inpatient Specimen Collector is to collect venous, arterial, and capillary blood specimens for analysis by laboratory technical staff. The role also supports and assists with obtaining non-blood specimens within scope, such as routine sterile and clean-catch urine specimens, nasal swabs for viral culture, COVID-19, and flu testing, and throat swabs for strep or throat culture.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification from an approved school or six months of experience in venipuncture and specimen collection.
• AHA BLS certification.
• Successful completion of the Medical Terminology exam.

Nice To Haves

• Junior college or technical school education.
• National Phlebotomy Certification.

Responsibilities

• Collect venous, arterial, and capillary blood specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Support and assist with obtaining non-blood specimens within scope, including urine specimens and nasal and throat swabs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED