Pathology Lab Assistant II

Mass General Brigham•Jamaica Plain, MA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of clerical and technical duties under general supervision and reports to a Laboratory Supervisor. The role supports pathology laboratory operations by receiving and accessioning patient specimens, centrifuging and decanting specimens, and communicating with clinicians at the front window and by phone. The position works closely with technologists to help ensure specimens are processed accurately and on time, and assists with laboratory documentation, supplies, and equipment maintenance. This position does not require patient care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; experience cannot be substituted for the degree requirement.
One to two years of previous laboratory, healthcare, and/or customer service experience required.
Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with individuals in the laboratory and hospital.
Ability to multitask and work accurately under time constraints and heavy workload demands.
Dependability, reliability, accuracy, prioritization, problem-solving, customer service, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Assist with labeling, preservation, and fixation of specimens.
Work with technologists to ensure specimens are processed timely and accurately.
Monitor reagent and supply inventory.
Organize patient specimen and assay worksheets and printouts for testing and technologist review.
Use LIMS to upload documents and enter critical data or comments.
Clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
Receive and accession patient specimens, centrifuge and decant specimens, and communicate with clinicians at the front window and over the phone.