Lab Assistant PRN – Patient-Focused Lab Support

AdventHealth; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Job summary

AdventHealth in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking a hospital laboratory professional for PRN, day shift coverage. The role includes phlebotomy, specimen processing, and basic lab support, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and patient care.

Responsibilities include assisting with specimen collection, processing, and communications with clinical staff. Qualifications include a high school diploma and basic computer skills; training on safety and infection control provided.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in English with patients and staff.
• Ability to read text and numbers in English; problem solving under supervision.
• Proficient with basic computer applications and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• 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 PPE use, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.

Skills

Lab procedures

English communication

Reading numbers

Computer skills

Confidential information handling

Infectious specimen handling

Phlebotomy skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

AdventHealth in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking a hospital laboratory professional for PRN, day shift coverage. The role includes phlebotomy, specimen processing, and basic lab support, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and patient care.

Responsibilities include assisting with specimen collection, processing, and communications with clinical staff. Qualifications include a high school diploma and basic computer skills; training on safety and infection control provided.