Lab Assistant II - Lauderdale Lakes, FL

Generalist position rotating through all departments: blood bank, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, basic microbiology and urinalysis. Performs manual and automated routine blood tests. Prepares specimens for microscope examination. Operates laboratory equipment and performs a variety of tasks. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to supervisor or manager. Requires graduation from an accredited MLT/MLS program and passing a national exam given by the Board of Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology or equivalent. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within medical laboratory field. 3 months experience preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS/YEARS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE

• Completion of Phlebotomy training program and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT or similar preferred
• 1 year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training
• Basic laboratory computer/lab information system experience preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Phlebotomy Certification
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Basic computer skills required.