Laboratory Assistant - Specimen Collect

Maury Regional Health; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Maury Regional Health in Columbia, TN, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for Specimen Collect on a PRN basis. You will perform specimen collection, handling and processing, review requisitions, and ensure proper documentation and chain of custody in a hospital laboratory setting.

The role requires 1 year of hospital laboratory experience; preferred phlebotomy certification and a high school diploma or equivalent; TN driver’s license preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year laboratory experience in a hospital or similar setting is required.
• Phlebotomist certification preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection, handling and processing tasks.
• Receive and respond to client inquiries and requests.
• Review requisitions for appropriate test orders, diagnosis codes, date and physician signature; ensure legibility.
• Scan requisitions into the medical record and maintain chain of custody; verify medical necessity and insurance details; adhere to HIPAA requirements.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Phlebotomist (Preferred)

Job description

Laboratory Assistant - Specimen Collect - 15898

Maury Regional:Main Campus | Laboratory | PRN

Description

JOB TITLE: Laboratory Assistant

DEPT: Specimen Collect

LOCATION: Maury Regional Medical Center- Columbia, TN

SHIFT: PRN, Shifts vary as needed

MAURY REGIONAL HEALTH

At Maury Regional Health, we are committed to delivering a reimagined health care experience — one that puts our patients at the front and center as we strive to deliver clinical excellence and compassionate care for every patient, every day.

WHY MAURY

• 2026 Great Place to Work
• Educational Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement & Career Advancement Navigation

Functions under routine supervision to perform specimen collection, handling and processing tasks; receive and respond to client inquiries and requests; reviews requisitions for appropriate test orders, diagnosis codes, date and signature of physician, and legibility; scans requisitions into the medical record; perform chain of custody collections; monitors medical necessity and insurance verification. Follows HIPAA guidelines for patient privacy and protection.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 1 Year Laboratory Experience in a Hospital or similar setting:Required
• Certified Phlebotomist:Preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent: Preferred
• Driver's License Tennessee: Preferred

MISSION, VISION & VALUES

MISSION: Clinical excellence. Compassionate care. Every patient. Every day.

VISION: To be the trusted choice for health and wellness in southern Middle Tennessee by delivering a safe, seamless and patient-centered experience.

VALUES

W – Wholeness: Wellness-centered care of mind, body & spirit for our patients & health care team.
E–Empathy : Understanding the feelings of others as we walk with them on their path to wellness.
C– Community: Creating relationships, connections & trust.
A– Advocacy: Defending the rights of all to be heard.
R– Respect: Treating everyone with dignity & respect.
E– Engagement: Actively involving all stakeholders in creating better health outcomes for southern Middle Tennessee

STRATEGIC ANCHORS

• Quality patient care
• Highly effective teams
• Stewardship of resources
• Innovative culture

Maury Regional Health is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship. Maury Regional Health grants equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origins (including ancestry), genetic information, disability, age, military/national guard/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, or other status protected by state or federal law. Statements made by applicants for employment on this application form will be checked for accuracy. Maury Regional Health campuses are tobacco-free. All tobacco use is prohibited.