Laboratory Technician

  • Pediatric Associates
  • Coral Springs, Florida
  • Full Time
Laboratory Technician

Location

Coral Springs, FL

Facility

Heron Bay

Schedule - Shift - Hours

Full Time - Days

Job Category

Clinical Support

Additional Language: n/a

Req #: 21488

Posted: July 10, 2025

Summary

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing laboratory testing procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Serology, Microbiology and Spirometry. The Lab Technician also performs phlebotomy including venipuncture, finger sticks and heel sticks for pediatric patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list may not include all of the duties that may be assigned.

Performs laboratory testing procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Serology, Microbiology and Spirometry.

Reports laboratory results to a healthcare clinician. Alerts the healthcare clinician of any critical or out of range values. Documents critical reports.

Performs phlebotomy including venipuncture, finger sticks and heel sticks for patients ranging in age from newborn to 18 or 20 years old.

Prepares specimens for reference lab send outs including labeling, resulting and billing information.

Performs and documents daily/weekly/monthly quality control including instrument maintenance.

Maintains inventory of lab supplies; reorders and stocks supplies.

May cross train to assist Medical Assistants.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required. Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant or LPN program preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting required.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

CPR required

Medical Assistant certification preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of laboratory quality control requirements

Knowledge of basic medical terminology

Knowledge of universal precaution procedures in medical safety practices

Phlebotomy skills

Ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public

Ability to assess emergency situations and act accordingly

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Patient-facing

Indoor work

Operating computer

Exposure to hazards

Reach outward, reach above shoulder

Manual Dexterity

Lift/Carry 10 lbs. or less

Sitting, walking, squat or kneel, bending

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Vision

Sense of sound

Sense of smell

Sense of touch

Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
Job ID: 485149593
Originally Posted on: 7/14/2025

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