Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant

Northwell•Village of New Hyde Park, NY

3h•$47,476 - $75,012

About The Position

Coordinates the receipt, verification, recording, storage, packaging, transport, retrieval, and processing of anatomic pathology microscopic slides, requests, and reports. Participates in quality control audits and evaluation of workflows and procedures. Performs diversified administrative support duties related to the operational needs of the department.

Requirements

Associate's degree required, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
3–5 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

Receive laboratory specimens and ensure proper labeling; verify receipt of specimens for processing from inpatients, outpatients, and others requiring special billing.
Enter required specimen and source information into the computer system.
Store and retrieve samples in an automated storage system.
Prepare and process forms and samples for testing performed at reference laboratories.
Ensure samples are sent according to applicable procedures and shipping regulations.
Serve as a liaison between patients, clients, vendors, and laboratory staff.
Monitor client orders and provide information and solutions to relatively complex, non-routine laboratory issues.
Escalate issues when appropriate.
Participate in quality control audits and evaluation of workflows and procedures.
Set up financial agreements with patients and, when necessary, participate in identifying accounts for collection.
Perform diversified administrative support duties related to the operational needs of the department.
Perform related duties as required.