Lab Assistant Generalist

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for specimen handling and facilitating the workflow in and out of the laboratory, performing various clerical and preprocessing duties, and interacting with others using a variety of communication tools. Performs pre-analytical phase of specimen preparation and must handle biohazardous and infectious material while following proper safety precautions. Works cooperatively with all hospital and laboratory staff, and external clients through verbal and written communications in order to resolve problems, exchange information, receive instructions, establish protocols, and process information concerning patient specimens. Responsible for the accurate pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens and ensuring delivery of those specimens to the appropriate laboratory section. Includes the handling of biohazardous and infectious material while following proper safety precautions. Also responsible for assisting client services and technical associates in resolving specimen quality and integrity concerns.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Medical Laboratory Assistant [MLA(ASCP)] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred
Experience in a hospital Laboratory 3-5 years preferred
Internship or equivalent 0-1 year required
Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.
Must demonstrate annual CAP competencies in any area that they work.

Nice To Haves

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Responsibilities

Verifies that correct specimen and labeling requirements are met for test orders.
Correctly and accurately registers and labels tubes as appropriate.
Centrifuges and aliquots specimens according to department policy.
Sorts, stores, and delivers laboratory specimens by department and specimen requirements, as appropriate.
Works with medical technologists and client services to resolve specimen problems.
Answers telephones and provides assistance as needed.