Laboratory Assistant II - Per Diem - Flex - MHP

Memorial Healthcare•Pembroke, MA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Memorial laboratory professionals understand that every specimen and every report are informing diagnosis, treatment and care. We never lose sight of the patient and family who are on the other end of that data, and are depending on us for timely and accurate results. We aspire to the Five Rights of Laboratory Testing: performing the right test on the right patient at the right time for the right indicators leading to the right diagnostic decision. Prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Hospital Information System and Laboratory Information Systems (clinical lab and/or anatomic pathology), verifying specimen acceptability. Performs established pre-analytical and analytical laboratory procedures, not requiring Medical Technologist or Histology Technologist interpretation, in accordance with established laboratory policy in an accurate, safe, and timely manner. Need someone who is flexible to work evenings and/or nights on Fridays and weekends.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Six (6) months of prior experience as a lab assistant.
Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers
Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems
Requires critical thinking skills
Effective communication skills
Decisive judgment
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Phlebotomy is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.
Performs clerical duties.
Maintains equipment and adequate stock of supplies.
Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.
Provides laboratory customer service to include request for add-ons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, result inquiry, etc.