Lab Assistant Specimen Processor Jobs in Pensacola, FL

JOB TITLE: Phlebotomist/Medical Lab Assistant

We are seeking a skilled Phlebotomist to join our team in our outpatient diagnostic laboratory service center. The ideal candidate will excel in performing blood draws, labeling and processing specimens, and maintaining accurate patient records while ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1+ year of phlebotomy experience in Lab Draws, preferably in a medical diagnostic lab or hospital laboratory
• Proficiency in venipunctures in lab or hospital settings
• Specimen processing
• Understanding of pediatric, oncology, and geriatric patient needs
• Knowledge of vacutainer use

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture blood drawing and other specimen collection, such as urine and fecal samples.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Understand and interpret lab orders, physicians' orders, and blood work orders.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes accurately.
• Label, centrifuge, and split specimens as required by test protocols.
• Freeze specimens according to required temperatures and place samples in appropriate containers.
• Accurately label specimens and follow procedures for transport to maintain specimen integrity.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Update patient information and record data related to specimen collection.
• Decontaminate work area and equipment after use.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pensacola, FL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Pensacola,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

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