Lab Assistant with X-Ray

Central Florida Health Care•Lakeland, FL

About The Position

This position performs daily clinical laboratory operations and testing, including phlebotomy, other ordered specimen collection, EKGs, laboratory requisitions, computer data entry and retrieval, and basic X-rays when the employee is licensed and trained in X-ray techniques. The role processes in-house and send-out laboratory results in collaboration with nursing and provider staff; calibrates and performs quality control on laboratory equipment; operates Cell-Dyn equipment; and prepares specimens for transport. The position also supports radiology procedures and equipment, maintains records and supplies, follows safety and infection-control requirements, and performs other assigned duties. The role requires graduation from an accredited radiology school or program and an active Florida Radiologic Technologist license or active Florida Basic Machine Operator (BMO) license. Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. The position requires basic computer skills; phlebotomy skills are preferred. The employee must demonstrate organizational, interpersonal, and equipment-operation skills and be able to handle multiple activities and communicate compassionately with patients while maintaining HIPAA compliance. The position reports to the Clinical Service Manager. It has no supervisory responsibilities. Off-hours coverage may be required as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiology school or program.
Possess an active Florida Radiologic Technologist license or an active Florida Basic Machine Operator (BMO) license; at least one is mandatory.
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Basic computer skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of safety regulations and appropriate safety measures, including OSHA, CLIA, and COLA standards.
Excellent eye-hand coordination, organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to operate computers, calculators, and other relevant equipment.
Ability to manage stress while performing multiple activities simultaneously.
Ability to read and understand forms, instructions, and technical information; identify deviations from expectations; and respond positively to constructive criticism.
Ability to comply with patient identification, HIPAA, infection-control, and organizational safety procedures.
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods and remain independently mobile.
Ability to lift weights required to assist with patient positioning, reposition equipment, and lift supplies.
Ability to adapt and function across varying workloads, patient acuity, worksites, and work shifts.
Provide off-hours coverage as needed.
If maintaining an active X-ray license, provide evidence of 12 radiology continuing education units (CEUs) every two years, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy skills.
Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Perform clinical laboratory testing, phlebotomy, ordered specimen collection, EKGs, and basic X-rays within the scope of licensure and training.
Complete laboratory requisitions, computer entry, data retrieval, and documentation of laboratory and radiology services.
Process in-house and send-out laboratory results in collaboration with nursing and provider staff; date-stamp and route results promptly for provider review.
Label specimens, package them for transport, maintain daily specimen logs, and track reports from the reference laboratory.
Follow up on critical laboratory values and report them to the ordering provider or appropriate nurse; review results for inconsistencies and follow up with the reference laboratory as needed.
Ensure required consent forms are signed before collecting specimens for HIV testing, AFP testing, and drug screening.
Perform scheduled calibration and quality assurance testing; maintain laboratory equipment and accurate inspection, maintenance, repair, and quality assurance records.
Identify reportable diseases in laboratory results and refer them to the Nurse Supervisor or Lead Nurse for appropriate follow-up; document referrals.
Maintain adequate laboratory and radiology supplies, restock as needed, and submit or place supply orders according to applicable procedures.
Assist relief personnel with laboratory procedures and attend laboratory staff meetings and continuing education activities as recommended.
Comply with organizational policies, state and federal guidelines, the Exposure Control Plan, Universal Precautions, HIPAA requirements, and applicable safety standards, including OSHA, CLIA, and COLA standards.
Provide off-hours coverage as needed and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Communicate compassionately with patients, establish professional rapport, obtain two patient identifiers, explain procedures, reduce anxiety, and answer questions.
Prepare patients for radiological procedures by positioning them, adjusting immobilization devices, positioning equipment, and setting exposure factors within the scope of licensure and training.
Minimize radiation exposure using radiation protection techniques, beam-restricting devices, patient shielding, and appropriate exposure factors.
Maintain radiology equipment by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, arranging repairs, maintaining inventories, and evaluating equipment and techniques as assigned.
Maintain the quality of radiographs by following established standards, developing and evaluating radiographs as applicable, and making necessary adjustments within the scope of licensure and training.
File and retrieve radiological images as needed and complete appropriate patient and departmental records.
Protect patients and employees by following infection-control policies and administering first aid when appropriately trained.
Maintain a safe, clean work area and decontaminate it daily and as needed according to infection-control procedures.
Contribute to team efforts and perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through PSLF, described as a 10-year commitment with 120 loan payments and remaining loan balance forgiven at the end of the commitment.
Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits.
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance.
Employer-paid life insurance equivalent to one times annual salary.
Voluntary short-term disability, additional life insurance, and dependent life insurance are available.
Malpractice insurance.
Paid time off (PTO): 4.4 weeks per year, prorated.
9.5 paid holidays per year.
Paid birthday holiday.
CME reimbursement.
401(k) retirement plan after one year of service, with matching contributions.
Staff productivity is recognized and rewarded.