Anatomic Pathology - Molecular Testing Coordinator

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc.; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is hiring an Anatomic Pathology Molecular Testing Coordinator to provide logistical, operational, and administrative support within the Department of Anatomic Pathology.

The role serves as a central point for processing molecular and cytogenetic testing requests, ensuring accurate case review, timely specimen handling, proper documentation, and clear communication among pathologists, lab staff, and external facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1-2 years administrative, healthcare, or science experience.
• Experience with computer systems including Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process molecular and cytogenetic requests for internal and external labs.
• Review pathology reports to determine next steps in the molecular testing workflow.
• Verify test requisitions for insurance and ensure ordering criteria are met.
• Track and monitor status of testing results for timely processing and reporting.
• Manage reports from outside labs and document in the EMR.
• Upload molecular reports to the patient EMR and maintain organized records.

Skills

Administrative experience

Healthcare knowledge

MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. The Anatomic Pathology Molecular Testing Coordinator will provide logistical, operational and administrative support for molecular and cytogenetic Testing within the Department of Anatomic Pathology. The Anatomic Pathology Molecular Testing coordinator will serve as a central point responsible for processing Molecular and Cytogenetic testing requests, ensuring accurate case review, timely specimen handling, appropriate documentation and efficient communicate between all parties involved. The position is well-suited for a detail-oriented candidate who wants to work directly with patient data and play an essential role in delivering patient care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process molecular and cytogenetic requests for both internal and external reference laboratories.
• Review pathology reports and supporting documentation to determine next steps within the molecular testing workflow.
• Complete molecular and cytogenetic collection questions based on review of pathology reports and testing requirements.
• Review and verify test requisitions for insurance purposes and ensure ordering criteria is met before molecular testing.
• Track and monitor the status of molecular and cytogenetic testing results to ensure timely processing and result reporting.
• Obtain and manage reports from outside performing labs and ensure accurate documentation within Epic system.
• Upload molecular reports and related documents within the patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Record any case materials leaving the department and track return. Maintain organized spreadsheets to ensure proper tracking.
• Retrieve and prepare slides/blocks according to departmental priorities for consultation, conferences, tumor boards, teaching, additional in-house testing and send-out testing to outside facilities.
• Communicate effectively with pathologists, laboratory personnel, clinical staff, and outside facilities regarding case status, specimen requirements, and other testing coordination.
• Ensure all workflows are completed in accordance with departmental policies, laboratory regulations, and quality assurance procedures.
• Assist in maintaining organized records, databases, and workflow processes to support operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1-2 Years work experience in Administrative, Healthcare or science based
• Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications, which may include Outlook, Word and Excel.

Competencies

Decision Making

Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.

Problem Solving

Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.

Independence of Action

Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.

Written Communications

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.

Oral Communications

Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.

Knowledge

Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.

Team Work

Ability to act as a team leader for small projects or work groups, creating a collaborative and respectful team environment and improving workflows. Results may impact the operations of one or more departments.

Customer Service

Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.

Physical Nature of the Job

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally in carrying, lifting, pushing, pulling objects. Sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally.

Pay Range

$24.00 - $32.30 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

Vaccination Requirement

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

About Us

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients’ lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs.

Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you’re busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.