Medical Lab Assistant| Clinical Lab Support| Full-Time | Variable

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL is seeking a phlebotomist to perform skin punctures and collect specimens for laboratory testing. You will ensure prompt processing of test orders, proper labeling, and timely communication with clinicians.

This role requires high school diploma, basic computer skills, and a professional demeanor under pressure. Medical lab experience is preferred; no licensure is required, though National Phlebotomy Certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Computer operational skills using a PC, laboratory system or hospital information system required.
• Preferred health-related or science background with lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs skin punctures to obtain blood specimens for laboratory testing.
• Responsible for prompt, accurate processing of test requisitions, accurate charging, registering and ordering tests for outpatients, informing techs of stats and other timed or urgent testing.
• Maintains neat and organized collection trays, collection areas and work areas.
• Telephone patients, physicians and nursing units when required.

Skills

Telephone communication

Professional demeanor under stress

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Location: UF Health Shands Hospital

1600 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608

Schedule: Variable / Variable including weekends

Employment Type: Full-Time

Join UF Health and be part of a team committed to exceptional patient care, innovation, and community impact. We are currently seeking a passionate individual who is eager to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Performs skin punctures to obtain blood specimens for laboratory testing. Responsible for prompt, accurate processing of test requisitions, accurate charging, registering and ordering tests for outpatients, informing techs of stats and other timed or urgent testing. Telephone patients, physicians and nursing units when required. Maintains neat and organized collection trays, collection areas and work areas. Persons in this position are expected to demonstrate logical, professional behaviors under demanding and stressful conditions. National Phlebotomy Certification preferred.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School graduate or equivalent

Experience

Required: Computer operational skills using a personal computer, laboratory system or other hospital information system.

Preferred: Health related or science background with lab specific experience

Licensure/Certification/Registration

None

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