Laboratory Assistant PRN

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Joining Advent Health is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Advent Health is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by extending the healing ministry of Christ. You will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team.

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PRN (Day shift)

4200 Sun N Lake Blvd, Sebring, FL 33872

May perform cytopreparatory staining and access colleagues, perform surgical case weighting with knowledge of anatomy, set up primary specimen cultures, inoculation of petri dishes for bacterial growth, clean and disinfect lab equipment, maintain inventory, participate in performance improvement activities, assist in evaluating new equipment, resolve customer service issues, support education to clinical staff. Follow safety policies, PPE, handwashing and chemical handling;

adhere to Chemical Hygiene plan, Infection Control policies. Collect patient, physician and test order information to create patient accounts, verify identification, insurance, credentials and requirements. May perform blood specimen collection, phlebotomy and skin puncture for all age groups.

• Assist in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities.
• Perform various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area, including answering the telephone, clerical and receptionist duties.
• Perform point of care testing, and associated quality control, maintenance, troubleshooting, documentation and result reporting.
• Receive, process and transport patient specimens, including centrifugation and aliquoting.
• Load preanalytical instruments or deliver specimens to the testing department.
• Transport hazardous waste with proper training and PPE.
• Perform blood and/or blood component processing, storing, shipping, modifying and selecting compatible products using a validated Transfusion Information System.
• Other duties as assigned.

High School Graduate or Equivalency (Required)

Technical/Vocational School

Driver’s License (DL) – EV Accredited Issuing Body

Medical Lab Associate (MLA‑ASCP) – Accredited Issuing Body

Phlebotomy Technician (PBT‑ASCP) – EV Accredited Issuing Body

$15.31 - $24.49

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

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Other (Hospitals and Health Care)

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