Laboratory Assistant I

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

FREE college education programs

retirement savings

paid paternity leave

fertility benefits

back up elder and childcare

pet insurance

PTO/Holidays

Job summary

Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is seeking a laboratory team member to perform specimen receiving and processing duties, register patients, enter orders in the computer system, centrifuge specimens, label and aliquot samples, and deliver to the test site. This role supports accuracy, efficiency, and quality in a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment.

Essential functions include stocking supplies, cleaning and maintaining lab equipment, handling calls and inquiries, processing

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Licensure/Certification: None.
• Experience: None.

Responsibilities

• Stocks supplies, prepares and stocks reagents.
• Assist in maintaining and cleaning of laboratory equipment, i.e., refrigerators, centrifuges.
• Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department.
• Reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming staff.
• Process requests and specimens for reference laboratories.
• Performs all departmental functions and has knowledge of hospital and laboratory information systems.
• Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

“Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

About Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital

Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is a 178-bed comprehensive medical and surgical facility serving the communities along Florida’s Treasure Coast as a trusted healthcare provider for more than 50 years. With the latest technology and a team of skilled healthcare professionals, we are committed to bringing the highest level of expert and compassionate care to the communities we serve.

With a full scope of care, we offer advanced technology and expertise in a number of specialties, including emergency care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics and surgical services. Recognized for high standards, we have earned full hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, as well as advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center for our high-quality stroke care. As further demonstration of our commitment to quality and safety, we have earned several additional industry recognitions.

Why Orlando Health?

Competitive Pay

Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (Starting On Day One)

• Student loan repayment
• tuition reimbursement
• FREE college education programs
• retirement savings
• paid paternity leave
• fertility benefits
• back up elder and childcare
• pet insurance
• PTO/Holidays
• and more for full time and part time employees.

Position Summary

Performs specimen receiving and processing duties, registers patients, enters orders in the computer system, centrifuge specimens, labels and aliquot samples, delivers to test site, stores samples, slides, blocks, etc

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Stocks supplies, prepares and stocks reagents.
• Assist in maintaining and cleaning of laboratory equipment, i.e., refrigerators, centrifuges.
• Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department.
• Reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming staff.
• Process requests and specimens for reference laboratories.
• Performs all departmental functions and has knowledge of hospital and laboratory information systems.
• Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Responsible for maintaining an active role in the laboratory Quality Improvement Program.
• Documents specimen quality issues.
• Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times.
• Performs filing of reports and requisitions.
• Assists with charting and report distribution via telephone, fax, or as appropriate.
• Maximizes productivity, customer satisfaction and profitability.
• May perform phlebotomy as necessary (must have approved competency on file before completing).

Qualifications

Education/Training

High school graduate or equivalent.

Licensure/Certification

None.

Experience

None.