Phlebotomist

CommonSpirit Health; Rock Ledge Estates (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Medical Group is seeking a Lab Assistant to collect, prepare, and process patient specimens for diagnostic testing. You will work with equipment and maintain documentation, contributing to accurate results.

The role requires a High School diploma and CPR certification, with preferred phlebotomy training and a Certified Phlebotomy Technician credential, plus strong attention to detail and a commitment to ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• High School graduation required at hire.
• CPR certification required within 30 days for hire.
• Preferred: graduate of accredited phlebotomy program and 1 year related experience.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician preferred at hire.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment and supplies for tests.
• Verify or record patient identity.
• Draw blood and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Send specimens to reference laboratories for tests not performed in house.
• Maintain QA documentation (logs, records, checklists).
• Identify problems that affect test performance and notify supervisor.

Skills

Phlebotomy

CPR

Lab procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy training program

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Lab Assistant at CommonSpirit Medical Group - Family Medicine - Ooltewh, 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 and
• 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.