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Laboratory Assistant I

AdventHealth

Kissimmee, FLFull-time$15.87–25.38/hrPosted 2w agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$15.87–25.38/hr
Location
Kissimmee, FL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

AdventHealth is hiring a Laboratory Assistant I. AdventHealth seeks a Laboratory Assistant I to join its community-focused team, providing patient specimen handling, equipment preparation, and support services while adhering to safety and infection control policies.

Key focus areas include Perform cytopreparatory staining and accession surgical cases, Receive and set up primary specimen cultures, and Clean and disinfect laboratory equipment and spaces.

Important skills include Cytopreparatory Staining, Specimen Accessioning, Anatomy Knowledge, Primary Specimen Culture Setup, Petri Dish Inoculation, and Laboratory Equipment Cleaning.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cytopreparatory StainingSpecimen AccessioningAnatomy KnowledgePrimary Specimen Culture SetupPetri Dish InoculationLaboratory Equipment CleaningInventory ManagementSupply StockingPerformance Improvement ParticipationCustomer Service Issue ResolutionEducation Support to Clinical StaffPersonal Protective Equipment UseHandwashingHazardous Chemical HandlingChemical Hygiene Plan AdherenceInfection Control Policies AdherencePatient Information CollectionVerification of Identification and InsurancePhlebotomySkin Puncture for All Age GroupsTelephone AnsweringClerical DutiesReceptionist DutiesPoint of Care TestingQuality ControlInstrument MaintenanceTroubleshootingDocumentation and Result ReportingSpecimen Receiving and ProcessingCentrifugationAliquoting Sample TypesLoading Preanalytical InstrumentsSpecimen Transport to Testing DepartmentHazardous Waste TransportTransfusion Information System UseBlood Component ProcessingBlood Component Storage and Shipping

Qualifications

High School Graduate or EquivalentTechnical or Vocational SchoolPhlebotomy Training Program CompletionDriver's LicensePhlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP))Medical Lab Associate (MLA-ASCP)

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

  • Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

  • Paid Time Off from Day One

  • 403-B Retirement Plan

  • 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

  • Career Development

  • Whole Person Well-being Resources

  • Mental Health Resources and Support

  • Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

2450 N ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL

City:

KISSIMMEE

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

34744

Job Description:

Shift: 5am -1:30pm Monday-Friday, every other weekend

May perform cytopreparatory staining and accessions surgical cases with knowledge of anatomy. May receive and set up primary specimen cultures, inoculating petri dishes for bacterial growth. May clean and disinfect laboratory equipment and spaces, maintaining inventory control and supply stocking. Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities, including evaluating new equipment and procedures. Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines and supports education to clinical staff. Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Collects patient, physician, and test order information to create patient accounts, verifying identification, insurance, credentials, and requirements. May perform blood specimen collection, including phlebotomy and skin puncture for all age groups. Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area, which may include answering the telephone, clerical and receptionist duties. May perform point of care testing, and associated, quality control, maintenance, troubleshooting, documentation and result reporting. Receives, processes, and transports patient specimens, including centrifugation and aliquoting sample types. Loads preanalytical instruments or delivers specimens to the testing department. May include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment. May perform blood and/or blood component processing, storing, shipping, modifying and selecting compatible products using a validated Transfusion Information System. Other duties as assigned.

Education:

  • High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

  • Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]

Field of Study:

  • Completion of a phlebotomy training program Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

  • Driver's License (DL) [Preferred]

  • Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) [Preferred]

  • Medical Lab Associate (MLA-ASCP) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$15.87 - $25.38 Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse : https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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