Lab Assistant I: Precise Specimen Handling & Data Entry

Moffitt Cancer Center; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL, seeks a Lab Assistant I to support clinical and anatomic pathology labs by handling specimens, entering data, and preparing materials for testing.

Under supervision, you will perform duties such as accessioning, centrifugation, slide preparation, packaging, and shipment of referral specimens, ensuring accuracy and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong data entry and computer skills.
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment and work in a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Handle specimens received in clinical and anatomic pathology labs.
• Perform computer data entry and accessioning of orders.
• Process specimens: centrifugation, aliquoting, slide prep, packaging.
• Ship referral specimens and transport to testing departments.
• Work under supervision of technologist, Lead Lab Assistant, or supervisor.

Skills

Data entry

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL, seeks a Lab Assistant I to support clinical and anatomic pathology labs by handling specimens, entering data, and preparing materials for testing.

Under supervision, you will perform duties such as accessioning, centrifugation, slide preparation, packaging, and shipment of referral specimens, ensuring accuracy and reliability in a fast-paced environment.