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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. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits
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Prepares, assigns, and delivers pathology slides from histology and cytology laboratories to pathologists. Coordinates and schedules autopsy procedures as needed. Assists with clinical specimen collection and processing activities.
Receives, identifies, accessions, processes, batches, and transports specimens in-house and to offsite locations for pathology services. Fulfills clerical duties, including answering phones, data entry, and document filing. Completes repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment promptly and accurately, including documentation, with minimal backlog.
Maintains, cleans, and disinfects laboratory equipment. Performs materials management duties, such as maintaining supply inventories and transporting equipment/supplies. Follows appropriate safety policies, including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.
Demonstrates understanding and adherence to the Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Transports hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area, completing required training for proper handling and transport. Stays current on all written or electronic communication and accepts accountability for knowledge attainment.
Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Up-to-date knowledge of laboratory instrument management [Required] Ability to interact in a team environment, promoting a collaborative environment [Required] Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry [Required] Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required] Up-to-date knowledge of specimen fixatives and container types [Required] Up-to-date knowledge of pathology laboratory tests and ordering processes [Required] Ability to process pathology specimens with appropriate use of hospital and laboratory information systems [Required] Ability to evaluate collected specimens for volume, collection containers, and related measures [Required] Ability to accession specimens, evaluate samples for proper submission, and document issues [Required] Ability to track and restock inventory, as appropriate [Required] Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English [Required] Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required] Knowledge of medical terminology [Preferred] Completion of a phlebotomy training program [Preferred]
High School Grad or Equiv [Required] Field of Study: N/A Work
Six Months in AdventHealth Lab [Preferred] Additional Information: N/A Licenses and
• Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP) [Preferred] • Medical Lab Associate (MLA-ASCP) [Preferred] Physical
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$16.30 - $26.08 Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse : https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
About the role
Prepares, assigns, and delivers pathology slides from histology and cytology laboratories to pathologists. Coordinates and schedules autopsy procedures as needed. Assists with clinical specimen collection and processing activities.