Memorial Healthcare·Pembroke, Massachusetts
Prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via hospital and laboratory information systems. Performs pre-analytical and analytical laboratory procedures while providing customer service and maintaining a safe work area.
Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida
Memorial laboratory professionals understand that every specimen and every report are informing diagnosis, treatment and care. We never lose sight of the patient and family who are on the other end of that data, and are depending on us for timely and accurate results. We aspire to the Five Rights of Laboratory Testing: performing the right test on the right patient at the right time for the right indicators leading to the right diagnostic decision.
Prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Hospital Information System and Laboratory Information Systems (clinical lab and/or anatomic pathology), verifying specimen acceptability. Performs established pre-analytical and analytical laboratory procedures, not requiring Medical Technologist or Histology Technologist interpretation, in accordance with established laboratory policy in an accurate, safe, and timely manner.
·Provides laboratory customer service to include request for add-ons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, result inquiry, etc.Performs clerical duties. Also maintains equipment and adequate stock of supplies. Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.
Accountability, accuracy & quality, customer service, organization skills, problem solving, responding to change, specimen handling, accessioning, and processing, standards of behavior
Education and Certification Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
This role requires the ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers, basic knowledge of laboratory information systems, requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision, and must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
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Experience: Six (6) months of prior experience as a lab assistant.
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Information: Certification in Phlebotomy is preferred.
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We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net [TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net]
Market context
Laboratory Assistant II roles in Massachusetts are often tied to steady hospital and outpatient testing needs, with per-diem schedules helping facilities cover variable daytime demand. This role is competitive because employers typically want prior lab-assistant experience, and phlebotomy certification can strengthen your application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your experience with specimen handling and any phlebotomy training before applying.
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