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Lab Assistant

CHI Memorial Chattanooga Chattanooga, Tennessee
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The posted compensation range of $14.78 - $20.33 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-355638 Employment Type Part Time Department Laboratory Services Hours/Pay Period 45 Shift Day Weekly Schedule 2p-10p Remote No Category Laboratory
Overview

CHI Memorial Hospital now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. We offer the following benefits to support you and your family: On-site childcare with extended hours Care@Work premium account for additional support with children pets dependent adults and household needs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identify Theft Adoption Assistance Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Program Additional incentives for eligible full time day shift and night shift opportunities


Responsibilities

As our Lab Assistant at CHI Memorial now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health you’ll help solve mysteries as to what’s ailing a patient and get us one step closer to successfully treating that illness or injury. Using your expertise and our technology you will collect prepare and then examine specimens in the lab to help determine the results of whatever test is being performed. Is this patient anemic? Are they pregnant? Has the cancer returned? Test their blood urine or tissue and find out!

You’ll build trust in all your interactions through your professionalism and work ethic. You are very knowledgeable in all areas of your role but always eager to learn more. You keep impeccable records especially when labeling and distributing samples. Confidentiality is of utmost importance to you. You keep your work area clean and perform all quality control checks according to your lab supervisor’s guidelines. Most of all you understand how vital your role is in the diagnosing and treating of our patients and you’re eager to help us succeed in making them better.

  • Collect or receive samples of fluids or tissues. Determine if the quality and quantity are sufficient for testing.
  • Use the lab equipment or chemicals to prepare the samples for testing.
  • Perform the required tests on the samples. Keep accurate records. Label the specimens appropriately and send them to other departments as needed.
  • Clean and maintain the lab equipment and the lab area throughout each shift.
  • Run periodic quality control procedures on the equipment under your supervisor’s guidance.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
  • Be respectful kind and helpful to your colleagues as we work together to create a productive lab environment.


Qualifications

Required Education 

• High School Diploma required or equivalent.

Required Licensure and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED Qualifications

• 1 year related experience preferred.
• Graduate from accredited Phlebotomy training program preferred.
• Current/valid Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred.
• Electronic Medical Record Experience preferred.

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While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more!

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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