Lab Assistant I

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:

3100 E FLETCHER AVE

City:

TAMPA

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

33613

Job Description:

• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory procedures or processes performed in department or work area assigned.

• Able to effectively communicate verbally and in written form in English with patients, staff, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner.

• Ability to read text and numbers in English, with demonstrated ability to comprehend, measure, reason, match, problem solve, and exercise judgment under supervision.

• Ability to learn and apply computer related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices.

• Mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within guidelines and applicable regulations.

• Ability to handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals and/or irritants appropriately and safely.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English.

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Performs waived testing with uniformity, consistency, reliability, reproducibility, quality, and integrity of results, if applicable.

• Phlebotomy skills.

• Excellent customer service skills.

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• Completion of a phlebotomy training program Preferred

Work Experience:

• N/A

Additional Information:

• N/A

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:

$16.02 - $25.63

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.

Category: Laboratory

Organization: AdventHealth Tampa

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day

Req ID: 153806057