Lab Prep Tech- Lab Pathology- FullTime

UF Health

Jacksonville, Florida

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Cell Biology, Communication Skills, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High School Diploma, Histology, Laboratory, Laboratory Systems, Medical Terminology, Medical Treatment, Microbiology, Pathology, Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printing, Sample/Specimen Processing, Specimens/Samples

LOCATION

Jacksonville, Florida

POSTED

30+ days ago

Overview: The individual will contribute to the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by preparing for processing or processing various specimens for analysis while maintaining positive patient identification throughout the preparation process. Responsibilities include retrieval and verification of patient specimens; tracking of specimens without a requisition; accessioning wet tissue specimens, outside/consultation material, and cytology specimens; compiling work logs and printing slides; slide cover slipping; pathology case distribution; block and slide filing and retrieval; processor and other equipment maintenance; chemical hazardous waste removal; distillation of laboratory chemicals; record retention; cleaning and upkeep of work areas; disposal of stored patient tissues; ordering stain requests; answering phones; and knowledge of pathology Laboratory Information Systems. Performs duties and communicates in an accurate, professional and ethical manner. Must demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness as well as an ability to utilize proper techniques to deal effectively with people in stressful situations. May be responsible for handling chemicals and/or reagents including chemical hazardous waste materials. Qualifications: Required Education: High School Diploma or GED. Specific course work: Vocational Training Preferred Education: Specific course work in phlebotomy, medical terminology and data entry. Necessary Skills: 1. Data Entry 2. Good communication skills with internal and external laboratory customers and associates through verbal and electronic communication. 3. Knowledge of laboratory departments, specimen types, equipment and processing. 4. Ability to prioritize tasks and organize work flow. Requires good decision-making skills. 5. Must be detailed oriented. 6. Must be able to resolve stressful situations in a professional manner. Required Experience: 1-2 years Data entry or Lab experience. Preferred Experience: Specimen processing and test preparation in microbiology, histology or cytology. Required Licensure/Certifications: N/A Preferred Licensure/Certifications: N/A

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