Lab Support Assistant - Immunohistochemistry Lab- nights

Beth Israel Lahey Health

6d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Aide in the Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Laboratory provides support to technical and professional staff by performing a variety of routine, non-technical tasks that facilitate efficient laboratory operations. Responsibilities include specimen receipt and organization, preparation and labeling of materials, slide handling, supply inventory and restocking, and routine equipment cleaning and maintenance. This position contributes to the overall accuracy, quality, and timeliness of laboratory services.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
0-1 years related work experience required.
Basic familiarity with computers.
Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
Ability to read, and write in English in order to understand basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively with patients, families and other medical center staff; and respond to basic questions.
Ability to understand spoken English in order to follow basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively in basic English with patients, families and medical center staff in response to routine questions.
Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to use them in routine situations. Specialized knowledge not required.
Ability to interact respectfully with other employees, professional staff and/or external contacts to offer ideas, identify issues, obtain information or deliver services.
Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Enters specimen demographics and test orders into the computer.
Adds tests, when requested, to the appropriate specimen type.
Identifies and labels specimens according to protocol.
Packages specimens safely for transport.
Appropriately handles specimens upon arrival at the laboratory.
Processes both routine and STAT specimens, according to protocol.
Processes and aliquots specimens to meet service goals.
Stores specimens in the appropriate location and maintains the integrity of the specimens at all times.
Retrieves specimens for add on.
Identifies, labels and processes specimens for testing, while following all standard operating and safety procedures.
Answers the telephone promptly and courteously.
Maintains a clean and well-stocked work area.