Laboratory Assistant PRN

LifePoint Health; Winchester (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Tennessee is seeking a Laboratory Assistant PRN to support laboratory operations. This role involves assisting with lab tests, preparing samples, and performing phlebotomy. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, critical thinking skills, and a BLS certification. Join a team dedicated to providing quality healthcare in a charming small-town setting.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of laboratory safety procedures preferred.
• Some laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist laboratory technicians and technologists with waived lab tests.
• Perform phlebotomy duties as needed.
• Maintain laboratory equipment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Ability to work independently

Capacity to perform under stress

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Laboratory Assistant PRN (7448-8044)

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant PRN - 7448-8044

Location: Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Winchester

About the Facility

Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas is an accredited hospital serving south-central Tennessee with locations in Winchester and Sewanee. Located at the foot of Sewanee Mountain, Winchester offers a blend of small-town charm and accessibility to major cities like Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The area boasts excellent schools, a strong economy with major employers such as Nissan and Arnold Engineering, and outdoor recreational activities at Tim’s Ford Lake and The Bear Trace golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Nearby Lynchburg is home to the historic Jack Daniel’s distillery.

Job Summary

The Laboratory Assistant PRN is responsible for assisting laboratory technicians and technologists with waived lab tests, sample preparation, and equipment maintenance. The role also includes performing phlebotomy duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum Work Experience: Basic computer skills, knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, and some laboratory experience preferred
• Required Skills: Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work independently, and capacity to perform under stress
• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire