Phlebotomist

CommonSpirit Health; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Medical Group is seeking a Lab Assistant to collect, prepare, and process blood and other specimens for diagnostic testing. You will support a range of tests, maintain accurate records, and ensure specimen integrity.

The role requires foundational lab knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to ongoing learning. Patients across Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia are served with compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate required.
• Phlebotomy training and CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment (tourniquet, needles, containers, blood collection devices, gauze, alcohol) for tests.
• Verify or record patient/donor identity.
• Draw and collect blood samples; prepare specimens for lab analysis; may prick finger.
• Send specimens to reference laboratories for tests not done in-house.
• Maintain documentation per QA programs (logs, equipment records, checklists).
• Identify problems affecting test performance and notify supervisor.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Blood collection

CPR certified

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy Technician certification

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Lab Assistant at CommonSpirit Medical Group - Urology - Holtzclaw, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, bringing us one step closer to effectively treating patient illnesses and injuries.

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Lab Assistant at CommonSpirit Medical Group - Urology - Holtzclaw, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, bringing us one step closer to effectively treating patient illnesses and injuries.

Every day you will utilize your expertise and our advanced technology to precisely collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) for various diagnostic tests.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and maintain an eager commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Assemble equipment, such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray, according to requirements for specified tests or procedures.
• Verify or record identity of patient or donor.
• Draw and collect blood samples from patients, verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. May prick finger to draw blood.
• Send specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
• Maintain proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, equipment records and checklists.
• Identify problems which may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and take appropriate action, including supervisor notification.
  

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate, upon hire
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days

Preferred

• Vocational School Grad Graduate from accredited Phlebotomy training program and 1 year related experience, upon hire
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician, upon hire

Where You’ll Work

CommonSpirit Medical Group (Mountain Management Services) is a leading provider of comprehensive office management services and affiliated physicians in Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. Our award-winning, faith-based organization is dedicated to supporting the delivery of exceptional healthcare in the region. We are proud to be consistently recognized for excellence by organizations like U.S. News & World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are honored to be your trusted ally in health, dedicated to serving our community with compassion and excellence.

Pay Range

$17.67 - $24.96 /hour