Laboratory Assistant I

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All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
  
  

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time / Shift : Days

Location: 2100 Ocoee Apopka Road, Apopka, FL 32703

The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Apopka

• AdventHealth Apopka is a seven-story, 120-bed hospital offering an extensive range of services including expanded surgical services, advanced surgical suites and a catheterization lab
• The hospital also features a 30,000-square-foot emergency department with pediatric-friendly beds, imaging services, a full-service cafeteria, chapel, gift shop and on-site fire station
• The hospital opened in December 2017, replacing the 50-bed hospital that AdventHealth had operated in downtown Apopka for more than four decades
  
  

The Role You'll Contribute

The Laboratory Assistant I performs various laboratory support procedures in assigned areas which may include phlebotomy and/or specimen processing in clinical and anatomical pathology areas. The Laboratory Assistant I must meet the required basic continuing education and department specific requirements. Work customarily involves practical knowledge in various laboratory procedures and support functions.

The Value You'll Bring To The Team

• May perform cytopreparatory staining and accessions surgical cases with knowledge of anatomy.
• May receive and set up primary specimen cultures, inoculating petri dishes for bacterial growth.
• May clean and disinfect laboratory equipment and spaces, maintaining inventory control and supply stocking.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities, including evaluating new equipment and procedures.
• Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines and supports education to clinical staff.
• Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.
• Collects patient, physician, and test order information to create patient accounts, verifying identification, insurance, credentials, and requirements.
• May perform blood specimen collection, including phlebotomy and skin puncture for all age groups.
  
  

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :

• High School Education or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification if required by facility
• 1-year related experience
• Phlebotomy Technician (PBTASCP) Preferred
• Medical Lab Associate (MLA-ASCP) Preferred
  
  

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Laboratory

Organization: AdventHealth Apopka

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25035015

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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