OPS - Laboratory Assistant

University of Florida; Gainesville (CA, FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will perform vital cytology processing, ensuring specimen integrity and quality control while utilizing advanced laboratory equipment. Your communication skills will be essential as you liaise with pathologists and clinical staff, contributing to a collaborative environment. This position offers a starting salary that reflects your commitment and expertise, along with opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the healthcare field, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience.
• Good verbal and writing skills, computer experience, and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Perform cytology processing and ensure accurate labeling and proper storage.
• Assist in accessioning specimens and editing pathology reports.
• Manage phone calls and communicate with pathologists and clinical staff.

Skills

Laboratory Equipment Operation

Quality Control

Medical Terminology

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Centrifuges

Thin Prep Processor

Slide Stainers

EPIC System

Job description

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High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience.

Job Description:

Cytology Processing
Perform cytology processing for a wide range of specimens, ensuring accurate labeling, timely receipt, and
proper storage. Proficiently operate laboratory equipment including centrifuges, Thin Prep processor, and
slide stainers. Perform Non-Gyn Pap and Non-Gyn H&E slide staining and cover slipping. Provide quality
control efforts, performing routine checks for specimen sample quality, staining consistency, and promptly
reporting any discrepancies to the lab supervisor. Handle specimen related problems and provide
troubleshooting abilities to resolve issues with documentation, labeling or errors in EPIC. Perform inventory
management for cytology processing supplies. Use medical terminology knowledge when providing gross
descriptions in EPIC of skin specimens and body fluids submitted for cytology processing.

Slide and Block management
Receive, track and return AP materials between 3rd Street Lab, Leesburg Hospital, The Villages Hospital,
Gainesville and other laboratories. Create packing lists. Check if cases have been signed out and monitor
pending cases. File and retrieve slides and blocks as needed. File associated paperwork.

Accessioning, Report Editing, and Send Outs
Assist in the accessioning of specimens through acceptance, documentation, and registration as specimens
enter the laboratory. Perform editing and proofreading of pathology reports ensuring patient confidentiality and
complying with healthcare privacy regulations. Assist with send outs requests and addendums as needed.

Prepping of materials
Under guidance of the pathologists and histotechnologists, prepare materials and assist with tasks within the
laboratory. Perform inventory management, put away supplies as needed, pull supplies and prepare for
transportation via courier/ distribution to clients.

Manage phone calls
Answers incoming phone calls in a pleasant, professional manner. Communicates with pathologists and other
clinical staff for information on cases and other related matters. Work closely and amicably with laboratory
and clerical personnel in resolving status problems and maintaining appropriate documentation of all client
service encounters. Must understand the laboratory workflow and how to access the information systems for
the purpose of researching, troubleshooting and following up on specimen related problems. The Lab
Assistant must keep updated on testing procedures and specimen requirements.

Starting salary is between $16.25 - $17.68 per hour

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience.

Preferred:

Bachelors degree or equivalent
Good verbal and writing skills.
Computer experience
Knowledge of medical terminology

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.