Lab Assistant III, Laboratory, Full Time, Days Shift, Rotating Weekends, Job Id 1474346

Palmetto General Hospital; Hialeah, Cary (FL, NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated laboratory professional to perform blood specimen collection and assist with processing and managing laboratory specimens. This role involves working closely with pathologists and histotechs, ensuring accurate specimen handling and testing. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a background in laboratory work, with a commitment to quality and safety. Join a team that values precision and excellence in healthcare, where your contributions will support vital diagnostic processes and patient care.

Qualifications

• 3 years of laboratory experience required.
• Phlebotomy certification where state law requires.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood specimen collection and distribution of laboratory specimens.
• Assist pathologists and histotechs with specimen processing.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Blood specimen collection

Laboratory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in laboratory or medical related field

Tools

Laboratory computer/lab information system

Job description

Position Summary:

Performs blood specimen collection, specimen receipt, and distribution of laboratory specimens; may perform CLIA waived laboratory tests. May process anatomic pathology and cytology specimens; assists pathologists and histotechs, as needed. May supervise or lead lab assistant I and II positions.

Completes prioritization, receipt, registration, and distribution of specimens. May have responsibility for sendout/reference lab shipping, tracking, and billing. May perform and result waived testing. May assist with processing of anatomic pathology specimens including preparation of microscopic tissue slides, staining, and specimen management.

Position Qualification:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Associate's degree in laboratory or medical related field from an accredited institution preferred.
• Basic laboratory computer/lab information system experience preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Phlebotomy Certification where state law requires.
• Completion of formal phlebotomy training program and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT or similar preferred.

Communication Skills:

• Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization.

Must clear background and drug test required.