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Position Summary:
The Laboratory Assistant performs specimen receiving and processing duties, registers patients, enters orders in the computer system, centrifuge specimens, labels and aliquot samples, delivers to test site, stores samples, slides, blocks, etc.
Schedule: Mon-Fri 6:30am-3pm
With rotating weekends every 4 weeks - This would be working in the processing department.
Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work
At Orlando Health, we care about you as much as you care about your patients. As a team member, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- On-site pharmacy and discounted health services
- Wellness incentives—earn up to $500/year
Financial Security
- Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match
- Group life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance at no cost
Time Away & Family Support
- Nearly five weeks of PTO—including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members
- Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring
Learning & Career Growth
- “Preferred Education Program”: earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out-of-pocket costs
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year)
- Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training
Extra Perks
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services
- Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more
ORLANDO HEALTH ORLANDO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Centers in Central Florida. The hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions. Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet® Recognition, the gold standard for nursing’s contribution to quality patient care, safety, research and service excellence.
Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.
Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions
- Provides support in the areas of patient registration, third party reimbursement requirements and regulations.
- Maintains department supplies and customer supply orders.
- Demonstrates knowledge of specimen collection and handling requirements.
- Performs all departmental functions and has a thorough knowledge of hospital and laboratory information systems, to include downtime functions, specimen processing, transportation, billing, reference testing and scheduling.
- Maintains positive customer service relationships at all times and proactively responds to customer service issues.
- Processes pathology specimens as appropriate.
- Trains staff as required.
- Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the department.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with all team members and respond to customer phone calls.
- Assist in maintaining and cleaning of laboratory equipment, i.e., refrigerators, centrifuges.
- Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
- Responsible for maintaining an active role in the laboratory Quality Improvement Program.
- Maximizes productivity, customer satisfaction and profitability.
- Documents specimen quality issues.
- Adheres to infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times.
- Performs filing of reports and requisitions.
- Assists with charting and report distribution via telephone, fax, or as appropriate.
- Reads and understands a Physician's laboratory test order.
- Schedules Pathologists, Histotechnicians or Transportation Reps as needed.
- Assists with bone marrow collection and processing.
- May perform phlebotomy as necessary (must have approved competency on file before completing).
Qualifications:
Education/Training
High School Diploma or GED equivalency
Licensure/Certification
None.
Experience
Two (2) years of laboratory experience or patient care experience. Current student seeking higher educational degree or certification in a science field, such as nursing, medical technology, pre-med, or related clinical field may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience.
Position Summary:
The Laboratory Assistant performs specimen receiving and processing duties, registers patients, enters orders in the computer system, centrifuge specimens, labels and aliquot samples, delivers to test site, stores samples, slides, blocks, etc.
Schedule: Mon-Fri 6:30am-3pm
With rotating weekends every 4 weeks - This would be working in the processing department.
Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work
At Orlando Health, we care about you as much as you care about your patients. As a team member, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- On-site pharmacy and discounted health services
- Wellness incentives—earn up to $500/year
Financial Security
- Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match
- Group life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance at no cost
Time Away & Family Support
- Nearly five weeks of PTO—including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members
- Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring
Learning & Career Growth
- “Preferred Education Program”: earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out-of-pocket costs
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year)
- Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training
Extra Perks
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services
- Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more
ORLANDO HEALTH ORLANDO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Centers in Central Florida. The hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions. Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet® Recognition, the gold standard for nursing’s contribution to quality patient care, safety, research and service excellence.
Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.
Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions
- Provides support in the areas of patient registration, third party reimbursement requirements and regulations.
- Maintains department supplies and customer supply orders.
- Demonstrates knowledge of specimen collection and handling requirements.
- Performs all departmental functions and has a thorough knowledge of hospital and laboratory information systems, to include downtime functions, specimen processing, transportation, billing, reference testing and scheduling.
- Maintains positive customer service relationships at all times and proactively responds to customer service issues.
- Processes pathology specimens as appropriate.
- Trains staff as required.
- Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the department.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with all team members and respond to customer phone calls.
- Assist in maintaining and cleaning of laboratory equipment, i.e., refrigerators, centrifuges.
- Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
- Responsible for maintaining an active role in the laboratory Quality Improvement Program.
- Maximizes productivity, customer satisfaction and profitability.
- Documents specimen quality issues.
- Adheres to infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times.
- Performs filing of reports and requisitions.
- Assists with charting and report distribution via telephone, fax, or as appropriate.
- Reads and understands a Physician's laboratory test order.
- Schedules Pathologists, Histotechnicians or Transportation Reps as needed.
- Assists with bone marrow collection and processing.
- May perform phlebotomy as necessary (must have approved competency on file before completing).
Qualifications:
Education/Training
High School Diploma or GED equivalency
Licensure/Certification
None.
Experience
Two (2) years of laboratory experience or patient care experience. Current student seeking higher educational degree or certification in a science field, such as nursing, medical technology, pre-med, or related clinical field may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience.
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Find Laboratory Assistant JobsLaboratory Assistant Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Trinity Health34
- University of California, San Francisco33
- Quest Diagnostics32
- CHRISTUS Health31
- Johns Hopkins University25
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services1,084
- Education546
- Science & Research73
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals68
- Consulting & Professional Services55
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory assistant jobs.
- High school diploma or associate degree in a science-related field
- Experience collecting, processing, or preparing biological or chemical specimens
- Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment such as centrifuges and pipettes
- Knowledge of lab safety protocols and proper PPE use
- Ability to accurately document data and maintain detailed lab records
- Phlebotomy certification or Medical Laboratory Technician credential preferred for clinical settings
Tips for Your Laboratory Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to each lab type
A clinical lab resume should lead with specimen handling and CLIA-regulated workflows, while an R&D or pharmaceutical role wants to see instrument calibration and chain-of-custody documentation. Swapping these emphases for each application materially changes your callback rate.
List equipment by exact model name
Hiring managers scan for specific instruments. Write 'Thermo Fisher Multiskan SkyHigh microplate reader' instead of 'ELISA equipment.' Exact model names signal hands-on experience and help your resume clear applicant-tracking-system keyword filters.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists laboratory assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Earn a phlebotomy or MLT certificate strategically
If your target openings consistently require a certification you lack, a short phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Technician certificate can unlock a new tier of postings. Check which credentials appear most in the listings you're targeting before enrolling.
Prepare a concrete example for every SOP question
Interviewers for lab roles routinely ask how you handle a deviation from a standard operating procedure. Rehearse one specific scenario where you identified an error, documented it correctly, and escalated through the right channel.
Follow up with a method-specific thank-you note
After your interview, reference a specific assay or instrument you discussed. A note that says 'I appreciated learning about your LC-MS workflow' demonstrates genuine technical engagement and sets you apart from candidates who send generic follow-ups.
Laboratory Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most laboratory assistants?
The companies hiring the most laboratory assistants right now include Trinity Health, University of California, San Francisco, and Quest Diagnostics, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Pennsylvania, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Hospital systems, reference labs, and pharmaceutical manufacturers consistently account for the bulk of postings nationwide.
How many laboratory assistant jobs are remote?
About 3% of laboratory assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most lab work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include data entry, lab informatics support, and virtual training coordination roles rather than bench or specimen-handling positions.
How do you become a laboratory assistant?
Most laboratory assistant roles require at minimum a high school diploma, though an associate degree in biology, chemistry, or a clinical laboratory science program strengthens your candidacy significantly. Completing a certificate program in phlebotomy or medical laboratory technology, gaining hands-on experience through an externship or volunteer placement, and learning relevant lab software and safety procedures puts you in a competitive position to apply.
Can you get hired as a laboratory assistant with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level laboratory assistant positions exist specifically for candidates with limited professional experience. Emphasize any coursework involving lab techniques, highlight volunteer or internship hours in a science setting, and demonstrate familiarity with basic safety protocols and documentation practices. Academic or community college labs often hire students or recent graduates for part-time assistant roles that build your record quickly.
What does the laboratory assistant interview process look like?
Most laboratory assistant interviews follow two to three stages. A recruiter or HR screen covers availability and basic qualifications, followed by a technical interview with a lab supervisor who asks about specific instruments, specimen handling procedures, and how you respond to contamination events or SOP deviations. Some employers add a brief practical assessment where you demonstrate pipetting technique or explain a sample-processing workflow before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to laboratory assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to laboratory assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available listings to find roles that match your experience and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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