Medical Laboratory Assistant | Lab | FT Evenings

UF Health Central Florida; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Florida is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to perform skin punctures for blood specimen collection and ensure accurate processing of laboratory tests. The candidate should have a high school education or GED with a preference for Phlebotomy Certification. Strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this entry-level full-time role. The position offers a chance to work in a leading healthcare environment focused on patient care.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED is required.
• Phlebotomy Certification is preferred.
• Must possess English reading, writing, and speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform skin punctures for blood specimens.
• Process test requisitions accurately.
• Maintain organized collection areas and trays.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school education / GED

Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

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Overview

UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, formerly known as The Villages Regional Hospital and acquired by University of Florida Health in January 2020, has been serving residents of The Villages as well as patients in Lake, Sumter and Marion counties since 2002. At UF Health The Villages® Hospital, we are committed to providing the community with leading‑edge patient care, clinical training and research programs. Our teams of physicians and clinical staff work together to offer specialty services, advanced technology and clinical studies—bringing world‑class health care closer to you and your loved ones.

We are part of UF Health Central Florida, a not‑for‑profit health care system and the largest, most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. UF Health Central Florida provides inpatient acute hospital services at UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital and UF Health Leesburg Hospital, inpatient rehabilitation services at UF Health Rehab Hospital—The Villages, and diagnostic laboratory services at several locations. We take pride in providing progressive, innovative technology and in building strong relationships with patients, families, physicians and the communities we serve.

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. 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

• High school education / GED
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level.

Employment type: Full‑time.

Job function: Health Care Provider.

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care.