St. Mary's Medical Center, a 420-bed Level I Trauma Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, is seeking a Lab Assistant II for a per diem, day-shift position within its clinical laboratory. This role supports a high-acuity acute care campus that includes a state-designated Pediatric Trauma Referral Center, a certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, a Level III NICU, and the only dedicated children's hospital between Fort Lauderdale and Orlando. Candidates who are skilled in phlebotomy and specimen processing will find a technically demanding, team-oriented environment backed by more than 80 years of regional healthcare leadership.
Perks and Benefits
- Per diem employment with day-shift scheduling
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility based on employment status)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 420-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast for over 80 years
- Level I Trauma Center with state-designated Pediatric Trauma Referral Center designation
- Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level III NICU on campus
- Palm Beach Children's Hospital at St. Mary's — the only dedicated children's hospital between Fort Lauderdale and Orlando — with 196 pediatricians across 36 subspecialties and 24/7 dedicated pediatric emergency and trauma care
- Performs venipuncture, specimen receipt, distribution, registration, and billing across a high-volume laboratory setting
- Conducts CLIA-waived laboratory testing and assists with microbiology specimen processing and plating
- Collaborative team environment with clear communication protocols for patient and lab-related issues
- Strict adherence to specimen handling guidelines, infection control procedures, and departmental standards
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a formal phlebotomy training program preferred
- Minimum one year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program required
- Basic laboratory computer or laboratory information system (LIS) experience preferred
- Phlebotomy certification required where mandated by Florida state law
- National phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT, or a comparable credentialing body preferred
- Demonstrated competency in all phases of specimen acquisition, processing, and patient instruction
About the Community
West Palm Beach sits on Florida's southeastern Atlantic coast, offering year-round sunshine, waterfront living, and a vibrant arts and dining scene anchored by Clematis Street and the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Palm Beach County is known for its excellent public and private schools, low state income tax, and easy access to both Miami and Orlando. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy world-class boating, fishing, golf, and beach recreation, while the area's strong economy and growing healthcare sector make it an attractive long-term destination for clinical professionals.