Laboratory Assistant II - ORMC Core Laboratory

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant II performs laboratory support functions in the ORMC Core Laboratory. Duties include receiving and processing specimens, registering patients, entering orders, centrifuging specimens, labeling and aliquoting samples, transporting specimens to testing areas, and storing samples and other laboratory materials. The position also supports pathology specimen processing, supply management, equipment maintenance, customer service, staff training, and compliance with laboratory and organizational requirements. The role may assist with bone marrow collection and processing and may perform phlebotomy after completing an approved competency. It is described as a full-time opportunity and a weekend opportunity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two years of laboratory or patient care experience, unless eligible to substitute qualifying education for up to two years of that experience.
Dependable and detail-oriented, comfortable handling laboratory specimens, and able to provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

Current students pursuing a degree or certification in a science-related field, such as nursing, medical technology, pre-med, or another clinical field, may substitute their education for up to two years of the required experience.

Responsibilities

Perform patient registration and support third-party reimbursement requirements.
Receive, process, label, centrifuge, aliquot, transport, and store specimens.
Demonstrate knowledge of proper specimen collection and handling requirements.
Process pathology specimens as appropriate.
Use hospital and laboratory information systems for specimen processing, billing, reference testing, scheduling, and downtime procedures.
Maintain laboratory supplies and process customer supply orders.
Assist with cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment, including refrigerators and centrifuges.
Provide customer service and respond professionally to customer inquiries.
Train staff as required.
Follow established laboratory, safety, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
Maintain compliance with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Participate in the laboratory Quality Improvement Program.
Document specimen quality concerns.
Maintain infection control and safety standards.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
File reports and requisitions and assist with report distribution.
Read and understand physician laboratory test orders.
Assist with bone marrow collection and processing.
Perform phlebotomy as needed after completing an approved competency.