Lab Support Tech: Microbiology & Waived Testing

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is seeking a Phlebotomy/Microbiology support role. The specialist will perform waived tests or assist in moderately complex lab procedures under supervision to aid diagnosis and treatment.

Responsibilities include specimen prep, centrifuge checks, and maintaining equipment with adherence to hospital policies. Required: two years of phlebotomy across all ages, one year registration experience, and active Phlebotomy certification (or progress toward

Qualifications

• Active Phlebotomy certification from a nationally recognized agency or enrollment in Medical Laboratory Science track.
• Two years phlebotomy experience with all age groups and one year registration experience.
• HS equivalency or higher with related healthcare coursework or degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived testing or assist in moderately complex testing under supervision.
• Prepare specimens for testing; centrifuge maintenance and electrical checks.
• Maintain temperature charts, pipette maintenance and calibration.
• Locate specimens on pending lists and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication skills

Laboratory testing

Education

Associate's Degree in health care field

Medical Laboratory Science student (3rd year)

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is seeking a Phlebotomy/Microbiology support role. The specialist will perform waived tests or assist in moderately complex lab procedures under supervision to aid diagnosis and treatment.

Responsibilities include specimen prep, centrifuge checks, and maintaining equipment with adherence to hospital policies. Required: two years of phlebotomy across all ages, one year registration experience, and active Phlebotomy certification (or progress toward