Pathology Lab Associate II — Per Diem & Lead Support

jacksonhealth.org; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson North Medical Center in North Miami Beach is seeking a Pathology Associate 2 to support laboratory operations within the Clinical Lab department. The role involves logistics, specimen handling, equipment use, and QA/QI participation.

Typically requires 0–3 years of related experience and a High School diploma. The position may require phlebotomy and occasional leadership duties as a lead worker within the department.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment.
• Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.
• Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area.

Responsibilities

• Provides logistics support in collection, transportation, storage, and/or distribution of laboratory materials in a timely manner.
• Assists laboratory staff in performing clinical and/or non-clinical activities promptly and accurately.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of appropriate equipment.
• Maintains and updates files, records and reports.
• Produces accurate outcomes and results according to age specific standard operating procedures.
• Completes work assignments within defined time limits.
• Completes routine tasks without direct supervision.
• Assists in organizing and directing workflow.
• Communicates regularly with subordinates and supervisor.
• Offers innovative solutions to improve delivery of laboratory service.
• Assists in QA/QI programs and adherence to CARE values.
• Assumes ownership of issues and follows them to resolution.

Skills

Analyze and prioritize work

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Follow instructions

Independent judgment

Technology proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Jackson North Medical Center in North Miami Beach is seeking a Pathology Associate 2 to support laboratory operations within the Clinical Lab department. The role involves logistics, specimen handling, equipment use, and QA/QI participation.

Typically requires 0–3 years of related experience and a High School diploma. The position may require phlebotomy and occasional leadership duties as a lead worker within the department.