Lab Assistant

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

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Insurance*
• Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth 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. 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: Monday- Friday 6:00am-230pm with every third weekend.

Location: Altamonte Springs, FL

The role you'll contribute:
The Laboratory Assistant performs various laboratory support procedures in assigned areas which may include phlebotomy and/or specimen processing in clinical and anatomical pathology areas.  Work customarily involves practical knowledge in various laboratory procedures and support functions. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Demonstrates through behavior AdventHealth's Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork as outlined in the organization's Performance Excellence Program.

• Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking; blood specimen collection to include phlebotomy and skin puncture for all age groups; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; and other pre-analytical activities.
• Continually maintains work spaces 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 in teaching new staff and Phlebotomy Students when assigned.  

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

Required:

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory procedures or processes performed in department or work area assigned.
• Able to effectively communicate verbally and in written form in English with patients, staff, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner.
• Ability to read text and numbers in English, with demonstrated ability to comprehend, measure, reason, match, problem solve, and exercise judgment under supervision.  Ability to respond appropriately to buzzers, bells, flashing lights, and pagers.
• Ability to learn and apply computer related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices.
• Mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within AdventHealth guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Ability to handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals and/or irritants appropriately and safely.