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Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its 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:** PRN

**Shift:** Days or Nights

**Location:** 410 S 11 th St, Lake Wales, FL 33853

**The community you'll be caring for:** AdventHealth Lake Wales

AdventHealth Lake Wales is a licensed 160-bed hospital, with 24-hour emergency care and outpatient services including imaging, rehab, lab and wound care, that has been serving the community and surrounding areas.

As a part of the AdventHealth network patients will have greater access to a wide range of innovative therapies, new research, leading-edge technology and an extensive team of medical specialists.

Lake Wales is located in Central Florida in between Orlando and Tampa and is home to the Historic Bok Tower Gardens and Bird Sanctuary.

The role you'll contribute:

Responsible for performing various laboratory support procedures in assigned areas, including phlebotomy and specimen processing in clinical and anatomical pathology. This position must meet the required basic continuing education and department-specific requirements. This role involves practical knowledge in various laboratory procedures and support functions. In addition, this position ensures accurate and timely processing of specimens for analysis. This role maintains laboratory equipment and supplies, adhering to safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include performing laboratory support procedures, meeting continuing education requirements, processing specimens, maintaining equipment, training new staff, and adhering to safety standards.

The value you'll bring to the team:

May perform point of care testing, and associated, quality control, maintenance, troubleshooting, documentation and result reporting. Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area, which may include answering the telephone, clerical and receptionist duties.

May perform blood and/or blood component processing, storing, shipping, modifying and selecting compatible products using a validated Transfusion Information System.

May include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment. Collects patient, physician, and test order information to create patient accounts, verifying identification, insurance, credentials, and requirements.

May perform blood specimen collection, including phlebotomy and skin puncture for all age groups. Receives, processes, and transports patient specimens, including centrifugation and aliquoting sample types. Aliquots sample types and loads preanalytical instruments or delivers them to the testing department.

May perform cytopreparatory staining and accessions surgical cases with knowledge of anatomy.

May receive and set up primary specimen cultures, inoculating petri dishes for bacterial growth. May perform periodic preventive instrument maintenance and quality assurance procedures.

May clean and disinfect laboratory equipment and spaces, maintaining inventory control and supply stocking. Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities, including evaluating new equipment and procedures. Trains new staff and students, acting as a preceptor when assigned. Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines and support education to clinical staff. Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

High School Grad or Equivalent

Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) Preferred

Medical Lab Associate (MLA-ASCP) Preferred

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

**Category:** Laboratory

**Organization:** AdventHealth Lake Wales

**Schedule:** Per Diem

**Shift:** 1 - Day

**Req ID:** 25044773

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.