Laboratory Assistant II Part-Time DaysTavares, FL

Laboratory Assistant II

At AdventHealth Waterman, we work together to model the healing ministry of Christ, tending to those of all ages with uncommon compassion and dedication to personal wellness. Our specialty services include emergency care, labor and delivery, obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, pediatrics, rehabilitation and surgery. And our intensive care unit (ICU), patient care unit and progressive care unit (PCU) help us tend to the diverse needs of our community.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

The role you'll contribute: Laboratory Assistant II 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 II must meet the required basic continuing education and department specific requirements. Work customarily involves practical knowledge in various laboratory procedures and support functions. May be asked to perform any of the following nontechnical functions:

• Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include Collects patient, physician and test order information in order to create patient accounts. This includes verifying patient identification, insurance information, physician credentials and test order requirements and Blood specimen collection to include phlebotomy and skin puncture for all age groups.
• Continually maintains workspaces in a neat, organized, and properly supplied; properly stores documentation and paperwork.
• Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing as needed to support assigned department.
• Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area, which may include answering the telephone, clerical and receptionist duties.
• Assists the Laboratory management with special projects as assigned.

The expertise and experience you'll need to succeed:

• High School Grad or GED.
• Driver's License if required by facility.
• Six Months in AdventHealth Lab.

• Completion of a phlebotomy training program.
• Six Months in AdventHealth Lab.
• PBT(ASCP) or MLA (ASCP) or equivalent.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.