LAB ASSISTANT I

AdventHealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Parental leave

Career development

Well-being resources

Mental health resources

Pet benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida is seeking a dedicated laboratory professional to support cytology prep, specimen handling, and phlebotomy duties. The role involves receiving and processing patient specimens, maintaining strict safety protocols, and assisting with culture setup and lab operations.

Responsibilities include performing stainings, ensuring accurate patient data, and contributing to continuous quality and patient-care improvements within a hospital lab environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Collects patient, physician, and test order information to create patient accounts.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen handling

Laboratory safety

PPE compliance

Cytology prep

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:

601 E ROLLINS ST

City:

ORLANDO

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32803

Job Description:

Schedule: Monday- Friday with rotating weekends, 2nd and 3rd Shift options

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