Laboratory Assistant

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

-          Benefits from Day One

-          Paid Days Off from Day One

-          Career Development

-          Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

-          Mental Health Resources and Support

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: Days

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth New Smyrna

401 Palmetto St, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168

The role you’ll contribute:

The Laboratory Assistant II performs various laboratory support procedures in assigned areas which may include phlebotomy and/or specimen processing in clinical and anatomical pathology areas. The Laboratory Assistant II must meet the required basic continuing education and department specific requirements. Work customarily involves practical knowledge in various laboratory procedures and support functions.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing.
• Collects patient, physician and test order information in order to create patient accounts.
• Blood specimen collection to include phlebotomy and skin puncture for all age groups.
• General equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation.
• Receives, and processes patient specimens which includes separating specimens by centrifugation prior to testing. May include transporting.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• Minimum qualifications:
•  School degree or equivalent
• Six months of relevant healthcare experience
• Preferred qualifications: 
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program