Laboratory Assistant I - Per Diem - Flex - MHM

Memorial Healthcare System • Miramar, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Memorial laboratory professionals understand that every specimen and every report are informing diagnosis, treatment and care. We never lose sight of the patient and family who are on the other end of that data, and are depending on us for timely and accurate results. We aspire to the Five Rights of Laboratory Testing: performing the right test on the right patient at the right time for the right indicators leading to the right diagnostic decision. Prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Laboratory Information Systems (clinical lab and/or anatomic pathology), verifying specimen acceptability.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems.
• Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• No prior work experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Flex schedule- Mix of evening and night shifts - 1-3 days/week, includes weekends

Responsibilities

• Provides laboratory customer service to include request for add-ons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, result inquiry, etc.
• Performs clerical duties.
• Maintains equipment and adequate stock of supplies.
• Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.
• Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.

Benefits

• Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.
• We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED