Lab Assistant (Pre-Analytical Assistant I)

Davita Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Lab Assistant in Tampa to support the Technical Operations Department. This role focuses on specimen processing and quality control, ideal for those with a high school diploma and a medical background. The position offers competitive pay with a $1,500 sign-on bonus and extensive benefits to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Medical, health, dental & vision for FT employees

Annual health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Qualifications

• Preferred: Previous experience in a production environment.
• Medical background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports functions in the Technical Operations Department.
• Identifies and resolves specimen-related issues for timely processing.
• Documents work clearly and in a timely manner.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Lab Assistant (Pre-Analytical Assistant I)

Lab Assistant (Pre-Analytical Assistant I) - Tampa, FL - Tueday to Saturday 1:00AM-9:30AM

$1,500 sign on bonus (External Applicants)

Pre-Analytical Assistant I is responsible for general support functions within the Technical Operations Department.

Pay Range: $17.75+ per hour

Employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information: We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• and so much more!
• Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties assigned to the Pre-Analytical AssistantI, anddevelops an understanding of how all the functions in Tech Ops and Specimen Processing work together and how they impactTechnicaldepartments and result quality.
• Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information, etc.,with regard tosorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage of specimens;is able toresolve or forward information in support of timely problem resolution.
• Demonstrates an understanding of compliance policies related to test ordering, which requires developing ability to research test order information on translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
• Meets quality and productionstandards within 6 months of completing training.
• Completes all required written documentation such that it is understandable to others, legible and within the assigned time frame.
• Reports to work ontime, andfollows attendance guidelines; supports the department's performance in the event of coworker absences.
• Learns additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing to allow timely progression to the next level.
• Performs other duties as assigned.This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required WorkExperience:

N/A

Preferred Work Experience:

Previous experience in a production environment

Physical and Mental Requirements:

N/A

Knowledge:

Medicalbackgroundpreferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.

Skills:

EDUCATION
High School Diploma or Equivalent(Required)

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS

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