Lab Assistant PRN

Georgia Orthopaedic Society.; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community health organization as a Laboratory Assistant II in Wesley Chapel, where you'll process lab specimens and assist in vital patient care operations. This role requires expertise in phlebotomy and laboratory procedures, offering a fulfilling career within a supportive and thriving environment.

Benefits

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• High school diploma required upon hire.
• Certification in Phlebotomy or Certified Laboratory Assistant necessary.
• ASCP Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process all types of lab specimens and perform phlebotomy.
• Assist Processing Area Supervisor in daily lab activities.
• Train newly hired Laboratory Assistants and act in charge when needed.

Skills

Venipuncture

Microtainer collection

Labeling specimens

Automated specimen processing

Preventative maintenance

Microbiology specimen processing

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy Technician certification

American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification

American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

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.

Schedule: PRN

Shift : Days

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Wesley Chapel

• From state- of- the- art equipment to the most intricate building details, AdventHealth Wesley Chapel was designed from the ground up to maximize healing, patient care and wellness.
• Recognized as leader in patient satisfaction and was named Top 100 Hospital in Modern Healthcare Magazine by IBM Watson Health
• 50,000 sq ft community Health & Wellness Center
• Comprehensive women’s health center named Inspiration Place that incorporates female physician specialists, women’s imaging, pelvic floor and female physical therapy and a boutique spa.
• Consistently named a Top Workplace in Tampa Bay by the Tampa Bay Times
• AdventHealth Wesley Chapel has been named to Healthgrades Top 250 Hospitals list. This places them in the top 5% of hospitals in the country for superior clinical performance and excellence.
• Opened an offsite 24 bed, 24/7 emergency room in Central Pasco to better serve the emergency health needs of residents in west and central Pasco.

The role you’ll contribute:

• The Laboratory Assistant II will be responsible for processing all types of lab specimens, phlebotomy as well as equipment preventative maintenance as needed. He/she will be scheduled for staffing the ED as needed in addition to the main laboratory
• He/she will assist the Processing Area Supervisor to ensure the daily activities of the Lab Processing Area and the needs of the entire hospital are met.
• Primary provider of orientation and training for newly hired, as well as, providing updated in-service to the Laboratory Assistants. Acts as the “In Charge” person over the Specimen Processing Area during the times the Processing Supervisor is not available.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Ability to perform venipuncture and microtainer collection
• Ensure specimens are correctly labeled and orders are received
• Operates the automated specimen processor
• Documents temperatures of equipment, and performs preventative maintenance of equipment
• Performs Microbiology duties assigned, including Micro specimen processing, slide preparation and staining, culture setups, and handling positive blood cultures

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• High school diploma upon hire
• Must have completed one of the following; vocational/technical school, certification/training/apprenticeship program in Phlebotomy, Phlebotomy Technician or Certified Laboratory Assistant upon hire
• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Phlebotomy (PBT) Board of Certification or equivalent preferred.
• American Heart Association BLS certification preferred

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.