Lab Assistant – Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing

Piedmont Healthcare; Farmington (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital is hiring for a Phlebotomy Technician. The role includes performing venipuncture and preparing blood specimens in accordance with CMS/CLIA and Piedmont procedures. The position supports technical staff with non-clinical tasks and contributes to accurate patient testing.

Education required is a high school diploma or GED; no experience is required, though 1 year in phlebotomy or EKG and CPT certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; 1 year of phlebotomy or EKG experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification through ASCP/ASPT/NCA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs sample processing and exempt screening/monitoring tests per CMS/CLIA/OSHA standards.
• Performs venipunctures and prepares blood specimens per Piedmont policies.
• Assists technical staff in non-clinical tasks.

Skills

Venipuncture

Blood specimen handling

Regulatory compliance

Non-clinical support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital is hiring for a Phlebotomy Technician. The role includes performing venipuncture and preparing blood specimens in accordance with CMS/CLIA and Piedmont procedures. The position supports technical staff with non-clinical tasks and contributes to accurate patient testing.

Education required is a high school diploma or GED; no experience is required, though 1 year in phlebotomy or EKG and CPT certification are preferred.