Laboratory Assistant

Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

401(k) match

Education assistance

Wellness programs

Gym membership

Job summary

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas is hiring a Laboratory Assistant for full-time night shifts (7 PM–7 AM). You will perform phlebotomy, assist with specimen handling, and support clerical duties to keep the lab efficient and accurate.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, phlebotomy training, and at least one year of experience. CPR certification and ASCP/ASPT or equivalent within two years preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy training and minimum one year phlebotomy experience.
• CPR certification (Heartsaver or equivalent) encouraged.
• ASCP/ASPT or equivalent within two years preferred.
• Ability to perform routine venipuncture and specimen handling.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy duties.
• Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.
• Maintains stock of supplies and keeps the work area organized.
• Performs clerical duties including data entry and filing.
• Communicates test results to healthcare providers.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Clerical skills

Attention to detail

Venipuncture

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Clinical Laboratory Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Job Title

Laboratory Assistant

Schedule

Full-time Nights (7PM-7AM)

More About Our Team

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do.

How you'll contribute

• Performs phlebotomy duties.
• Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.
• Maintains adequate stock of supplies.
• Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.
• Performs clerical duties including answering phones, data entry, and filing.
• Communicates test results to appropriate healthcare providers.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent

Additional Requirements Include

• Prior phlebotomy training and minimum of one (1) year phlebotomy experience.
• Heartsaver CPR American Heart Association.
• PBT (ASCP or ASPT) or equivalent obtained within two years of employment, preferred.
• Completes on-the-job (OTJ) training for CLA duties.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Ability to perform routine venipuncture and skin puncture.

More about Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center, is a 167 bed Level III Trauma Center who has been providing quality health care to Gallatin, Hendersonville and the surrounding areas for 65 years. Since opening in 1959 as Sumner County Memorial Hospital, Highpoint Health - Sumner has grown from a facility with just 50 employees and seven physicians to a comprehensive health care leader in the community with more than 1,000 employees and 300 physicians.

Highpoint Health - Sumner is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and is governed by a local board of trustees. The hospital is also one of the largest non-government employers in Sumner County.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.