Lab Assistant

Mountain Management Services; Chickamauga (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Medical Group (Mountain Management Services) in Chickamauga, GA is seeking a Lab Assistant to collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens for diagnostic tests. You will assemble equipment, verify patient identity, draw blood, and ensure accurate documentation while maintaining a strong focus on quality and learning.

Preferred candidates have phlebotomy training and certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required at hire.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days.
• Preferred: vocational phlebotomy training program graduate.
• Preferred: Certified Phlebotomy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment and supplies for tests.
• Verify patient identity and collect blood samples.
• Prepare specimens for laboratory analysis and document results.
• Send specimens to reference laboratories when not performed in house.
• Maintain QA records and identify issues affecting test results.

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy certificate (Vocational school)

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Lab Assistant at CommonSpirit Medical Group - Family Medicine - Chickamauga, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, bringing us one step closer to effectively treating patient illnesses and injuries. Every day you will utilize your expertise and our advanced technology to precisely collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) for various diagnostic tests. To be successful in this role, you will possess a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and maintain an eager commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Assemble equipment, such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray, according to requirements for specified tests or procedures.
• Verify or record identity of patient or donor.
• Draw and collect blood samples from patients, verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. May prick finger to draw blood.
• Send specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
• Maintain proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, equipment records and checklists.
• Identify problems which may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and take appropriate action, including supervisor notification.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days

Preferred

• Vocational School Grad Graduate from accredited Phlebotomy training program and 1 year related experience
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Medical Group (Mountain Management Services) is a leading provider of comprehensive office management services and affiliated physicians in Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. Our award-winning, faith-based organization is dedicated to supporting the delivery of exceptional healthcare in the region. We are proud to be consistently recognized for excellence by organizations like U.S. News & World Report, PINC AI, CMS, Healthgrades, Leapfrog, and as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are honored to be your trusted ally in health, dedicated to serving our community with compassion and excellence.