Lab Assistant I — Clinical Lab Support & Testing

Brown-University-Health-1; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Taunton, MA is seeking a Laboratory Support role to perform low complexity testing, specimen processing and clerical tasks under minimal supervision.

The position requires teamwork, good communication with physicians, and the ability to input data into the EHR while maintaining inventory and coordinating with department staff. Completion of basic healthcare tasks and a patient-centric approach are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or a minimum of one year related experience in a laboratory work setting required.

Responsibilities

• Works in a team environment to accomplish Laboratory goals
• Possess knowledge of Medical Technology and answer inquiries from physicians and other health care professionals
• May be required to mentor new employees and students
• Prepares specimens for testing this includes separating specimens for reference labs
• Inputs reference results into the EHR.
• Orders supplies for the laboratory and prepares supplies for doctor's offices
• Performs low complexity testing in various departments
• Assists Microbiology departments with planting and send outs
• Assists Histology department with processing and clerical support
• Assists Cytology department with processing and clerical support
• Helps maintain proper inventory in department
• Assists point of care coordinator with Life Scan glucose meters when needed
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing all computer tasks associated with job responsibilities
• Applies step-by-step problem solving and thinking patterns
• Performs other tasks as needed

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Brown University Health in Taunton, MA is seeking a Laboratory Support role to perform low complexity testing, specimen processing and clerical tasks under minimal supervision.

The position requires teamwork, good communication with physicians, and the ability to input data into the EHR while maintaining inventory and coordinating with department staff. Completion of basic healthcare tasks and a patient-centric approach are essential.