Laboratory Assistant-Pathology Ops

Southcoast Health System, Inc.; Dartmouth (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403B Retirement Plan with companymatch

Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forg

Earned Time Off

Employee Wellbeing Program

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Southcoast Health System, Inc. is hiring a Laboratory Assistant-Pathology Ops to support the Pathology Department. You will perform pre-analytical technical and clerical duties, manage slides, and assist with specimen-related questions and messages.

The role requires accuracy, good communication, and teamwork in a busy laboratory setting. Based in Dartmouth, MA, the position offers a 40-hour day shift and potential sign-on considerations.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of High School or equivalency required.
• Certification in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant preferred.
• Must possess knowledge of medical terminology.
• Up to and including one-year experience in specimen processing/lab assistant equivalent for at least 6 months accepted.
• Must possess high level of interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Up to one year of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision and direction of the Pathology Manager perform basic pre-analytical technical and clerical duties including patient slide receipt, slide integrity acceptability, and other lab assistant duties.
• Answer phones, provide assistance with specimen-related questions, and take accurate messages.
• Prepare documents, slides, and blocks for pathology consultations and send-out testing.
• Receive returned patient materials and distribute reports to Pathologists; update patient records.
• Prepare materials for tumor board meetings and retrieve materials from other organizations as needed.
• Maintain LIS system proficiency and input data accurately; ensure proper labeling of specimens.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant

Job description

Overview

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeast Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Laboratory Assistant-Pathology Ops

*$2,500 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)

Hours: 40hrs

Shift: Day shift, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Location: Pathology - Dartmouth, MA

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

• Generous Earned Time Off Package**

• Employee Wellbeing Program

• 403B Retirement Plan with company match

• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs

• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision and direction of the Pathology Manager and in coordination with Medical and Administrative Director perform basic pre-analytical technical and clerical duties including but not limited to patient slide receipt, patient slides integrity acceptability, variety of lab assistant duties including receptionist, clerical and other related duties both within and in support of the Pathology Department. Answer phones, provide assistance with specimen-related questions, requests & take accurate & concise messages. Prepare documents, slides & blocks for pathology consultations & send-out testing. Receive returned patient materials, ensure appropriate distribution of reports to Pathologists, and update patient records. Prepare materials for tumor board meetings and retrieve materials from other organizations as needed. Perform tasks in the lab such as distribution and slide filing. Maintain computer competency to utilize the LIS system efficiently and effectively, input data accurately. Interact with management and medical staff, including client physician offices. Ensure that all specimens are appropriately and accurately labeled. Enter all specimen and patient information in LIS or department logs.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of High School or equivalency required.

• Certification in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant preferred.

• Must possess knowledge of medical terminology.

• Up to and including one-year experience in specimen processing/lab assistant equivalent for at least 6 months accepted.

• Must possess high level of interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Up to one year of related experience required.

• Certification in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant preferred.

• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.

Pay Range

USD $22.16 - USD $29.11 /Hr.