Northside Hospital Inc.·Canton, Georgia
The assistant will manage laboratory data collection systems and equipment to accurately order, cancel, and charge laboratory tests for all patient accounts. Responsibilities also include performing specimen collection procedures for inpatients and outpatients, along with non-technical specimen processing and distribution.
Overview Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.
Handles laboratory data collection systems and equipment to ensure that requests for laboratory tests are properly ordered, cancelled, and charged to all inpatients, outpatients, and institutional accounts. Performs specimen collection procedures for inpatients and outpatients. Performs non-technical specimen processing, preparation and distribution of specimens from patients.
REQUIRED High school diploma or equivalent education (GED) or post-secondary education Clinical training in an approved phlebotomy training program, OR, Hold at least a two (2) year degree in chemical, physical, or biological science or a health-related specialty, OR Two (2) years’ experience in specimen collections, specimen processing and specimen requisitioning for a clinical laboratory or health care delivery system., OR Clinical training in a Northside Hospital Lab, as part of the clinical rotations needed for education requirements (high school or college level), OR Hold a valid, verifiable Phlebotomy Certification All applicants must submit to and pass a Color-Acuity screening Test. PREFERRED Ability to use and understand medical laboratory terminology. Demonstrated knowledge of computer systems and design. Demonstrated public relations skills and service delivery training. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Ability to understand and apply accurate procedures in specimen handling and clerical processing. Must have sufficient feeling in fingers and visual ability to locate patients' blood vessels. Ability to communicate effectively and must possess good written and oral communication skills. Work Hours: Thurs - Sat: 3:00pm - 3:30am Weekend Requirements: Yes On-Call Requirements: No
Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, along with clinical training in phlebotomy, a relevant science degree, or two years of experience in specimen handling and requisitioning. All applicants must also pass a Color-Acuity screening test.
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In Georgia, lab tech assistant roles are typically competitive because employers look for a mix of basic education, hands-on clinical or science experience, and screening readiness. This posting requires a high school diploma plus phlebotomy training, a science degree, or two years of relevant experience, along with a passing Color-Acuity screening test. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping candidates review key details faster. Before applying, confirm your experience matches one of the listed pathways and be ready for the acuity test.
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