OPS - SHCC Clin Lab Processor and Phlebotomist I

OPS - SHCC Clin Lab Processor and Phlebotomist I

This part-time position is responsible for the triage, accessioning, processing, and/or the send-out of specimens received in the UF Health Pathology Laboratories Student Health Laboratory. In addition, this position is responsible for phlebotomy draws and all associated responsibilities, and for supporting the mission of the laboratory and department.

Triage:
Receive and record all specimens, print out labels and/or paperwork, identify specimen containers, and
create packing lists to be delivered to appropriate lab and designated location. This also includes patient
check-in for specimen collection.

CP Accessions:
Prepare clinical pathology laboratory specimens in EPIC for designated departments/locations prior to
laboratory analysis and testing. Unpack and route specimens by type to various areas. Prepares all
specimens received for testing in designated laboratory departments or locations such as the hematology
or urinalysis bench.

Processing:
Centrifugation and aliquoting of samples. Resolve and document problem specimens and/or orders. Ensure
specimens and requisitions are correctly labeled. Send out tests to corresponding labs. Knowledge of
common send-out tests and the ability to navigate the test menu for various reference laboratories.
Recognize specimen rejections and complete the appropriate follow-up procedures. Answer/redirect phone
calls. Able to keep track of reagent and supply inventory. Empty Biohazard boxes/bins. Communicate
daily on the communication log. Process add-on test requests from providers. Help client services with provider requests. Perform CLIA-waived testing and enter results into EPIC.

Phlebotomy:
Performs phlebotomies and provides patients with prepared written instructions for self-collect specimens.
Works in EPIC. Enters lab encounters for outside lab requests & athlete physicals, attaching lab results to the
EHR from reference labs and getting all final results together for athlete physicals to the University of Florida’s
United Athletic Association (UAA).

Starting salary is between $17.50 - $17.86

• Ability to perform phlebotomy on patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively - verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective
• working relationships with others. Ability to work in a potentially stressful environment. Ability to quickly learn
• various aspects of Lab Operations. Knowledge of Medical terminology.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This is a time-limited position

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.