Lab Assistant, PRN - Midtown

Piedmont; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Columbus Midtown in Columbus, Georgia is seeking a dedicated phlebotomist to join our clinical team. You will perform sample collection, processing, and specimen preparation while upholding safety and quality standards.

Education: high school diploma or GED required; no prior experience needed. Phlebotomy certification is preferred. Work with a collaborative team to support patient care and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required.
• Phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ASPT, NCA or equivalent preferred.
• Basic knowledge of venipuncture/phlebotomy preferred.
• Working knowledge of clinical laboratory processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs sample processing and exempt screening and monitoring tests in accordance with CMS (CLIA ?88), OSHA and the Georgia Department of Community Health and other applicable regulatory standards as may be applicable.
• Performs venipunctures, and obtains/prepares blood specimens in accordance with Piedmont policies and procedures.
• Assists technical staff in non-clinical tasks.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Laboratory procedures

Patient care

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Experience the advantages of real career change. Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you’ll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You’ll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

Responsibilities

• Performs sample processing and exempt screening and monitoring tests in accordance with CMS (CLIA ?88), OSHA and the Georgia Department of Community Health and other applicable regulatory, established standards as may be applicable.
• Performs venipunctures, and obtains/prepares blood specimens in accordance with Piedmont policies and procedures.
• Assists technical staff in non-clinical tasks.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required: High School graduate or GED.

Minimum Experience Required: None.

Minimum Licensure/Certification Required By Law: None.

• Phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ASPT, NCA or equivalent agency is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of venipuncture/phlebotomy is preferred.
• Working knowledge of clinical laboratory processes is preferred.
• Experience in performing EKGs is preferred.
• Experience working in healthcare or clinical laboratory setting is preferred.

Business Unit: Piedmont Columbus Midtown.