Night-Shift Microbiology Lab Assistant — Per Diem

Health First; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Health First seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support diagnostic testing, specimen processing, labeling, and data entry within a dynamic hospital lab environment in Florida. You will assist in QC, inventory, and equipment tasks while maintaining strict compliance with policies and CLIA requirements.

The role may involve cross-training in various lab sections and requires strong critical thinking, English communication, and the ability to operate with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Must pass color blindness test; proficient with required computer applications.
• Work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Strong skills in critical thinking, prioritization and organization; clear written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing lab specimens and data entry for electronic medical records; support labeling and sample management.
• Assist in quality control, inventory management, and equipment maintenance.
• Provide support across laboratory sections as directed by leadership (Blood Bank, Core Laboratory, Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular, etc.).
• Support laboratory customer service and adhere to Health First policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Color vision

Computer proficiency

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Health First seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support diagnostic testing, specimen processing, labeling, and data entry within a dynamic hospital lab environment in Florida. You will assist in QC, inventory, and equipment tasks while maintaining strict compliance with policies and CLIA requirements.

The role may involve cross-training in various lab sections and requires strong critical thinking, English communication, and the ability to operate with minimal supervision.