Laboratory Assistant I: Phlebotomy & Lab Support

adventhealth; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Tampa, FL is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to collect and process specimens, perform waived testing where applicable, and support the laboratory with patient care and safety protocols.

You will handle blood collection, data entry, and transport of specimens, while ensuring accurate order entry, patient identification, and adherence to PPE and safety guidelines. Minimum education includes a high school diploma; phlebotomy training is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy training preferred.
• Technical or vocational training appreciated.
• Experience with laboratory procedures advantageous.

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.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

English communication

Computer skills

Safety and PPE

Waived testing

Laboratory procedures

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Technical/Vocational School

Phlebotomy training program

Tools

Transfusion Information System

Job description

AdventHealth in Tampa, FL is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to collect and process specimens, perform waived testing where applicable, and support the laboratory with patient care and safety protocols.

You will handle blood collection, data entry, and transport of specimens, while ensuring accurate order entry, patient identification, and adherence to PPE and safety guidelines. Minimum education includes a high school diploma; phlebotomy training is preferred.