Lab Assistant: Fast, Accurate Lab Support & Patient Care

Patient First; Central Park (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Disability, Life and Long Term care

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Annual Leave

Volunteer Time Off Pay

Bereavement Leave

Overtime Pay

Holiday Pay

Discounted medical treatment for staff

Job summary

Patient First in Georgia seeks a Lab Technician to deliver quality and rapid lab results, perform venipuncture, manage specimens, and follow all procedures for reporting and record keeping.

You will assist nurses and physicians, notify staff when tests are ready, uphold safety policies, and contribute to a supportive, friendly, and efficient patient care environment across multiple centers. This role also requires multitasking during high-volume periods and clear communication about test needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and lab principles knowledge.
• Ability to produce rapid, reliable lab results during high volume.
• Knowledge to use and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, finger sticks, and drug screens.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality and rapid lab results with knowledge of analyses and safety.
• Follow procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing.
• Adhere to quality control policies and document activities.
• Electronically order lab supplies as directed.
• Notify Nurse/Physician when patient is ready for exam and relay needs.
• Adhere to corrective action policies and document actions.
• Identify and troubleshoot problems affecting test performance or reporting.
• Receive and distribute lab supplies as needed.
• Adhere to safety policies and assist with patient care.
• Handle requests with respect and timely communication.
• Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere.
• Provide warm, friendly service in all interactions.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Lab testing

Quality control

multitasking

Customer service

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Patient First in Georgia seeks a Lab Technician to deliver quality and rapid lab results, perform venipuncture, manage specimens, and follow all procedures for reporting and record keeping.

You will assist nurses and physicians, notify staff when tests are ready, uphold safety policies, and contribute to a supportive, friendly, and efficient patient care environment across multiple centers. This role also requires multitasking during high-volume periods and clear communication about test needs.