Laboratory Support & Phlebotomy Technician

Memorial Healthcare System; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System in Pembroke Pines, FL, seeks a Lab Assistant to prepare specimens, register orders, and perform pre-analytical lab procedures with accuracy and timeliness. The role includes phlebotomy duties, specimen handling, and clerical tasks within a hospital laboratory setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, some lab experience, and preferred phlebotomy certification. The position emphasizes safety, quality, and customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Certification in Phlebotomy is preferred.
• Experience in a hospital or reference lab is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation when staffed in Microbiology department.
• Performs phlebotomy to ensure accurate and timely processing of lab test orders.
• Provides laboratory customer service including add-ons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, and result inquiries.
• Performs clerical duties and maintains equipment and stock of supplies.
• Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.
• Assists in preparation/processing of bone marrow specimens.
• Supports technologists by loading/maintaining instruments, preparing reagents, and managing blood products.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Phlebotomy Certification preferred

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Job description

Memorial Healthcare System in Pembroke Pines, FL, seeks a Lab Assistant to prepare specimens, register orders, and perform pre-analytical lab procedures with accuracy and timeliness. The role includes phlebotomy duties, specimen handling, and clerical tasks within a hospital laboratory setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, some lab experience, and preferred phlebotomy certification. The position emphasizes safety, quality, and customer service in a fast-paced environment.