Pathology Laboratory Assistant

Massachusetts General Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 53,239,000 - 76,162,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Per Diem Laboratory Support role to perform clerical and technical duties under supervision, including receipt, accessioning, centrifugation and decanting of patient specimens. It requires close communication with clinicians at the Front Window and over the phone.

The role accepts 1–2 years of healthcare, laboratory or customer service experience and requires a High School Diploma or equivalent. Onsite at 2 Wells Avenue with day shifts and hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with lab staff and hospital team.
• Ability to multitask and work accurately under time constraints and heavy workload.
• Demonstrates dependability, reliability, accuracy, prioritization, problem solving, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with labeling, preservation and fixation of specimens.
• Work with technologists to ensure timely and accurate processing of specimens.
• Monitor reagent and supply inventory.
• Organize patient specimens and worksheets for testing and review.
• Use LIMS to upload documents and input data or comments.
• Clean and maintain lab equipment.
• Rotate chemicals in stainers and processors.
• Stock lab supplies and track inventory.
• Other lab-related duties as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking under time constraints

Dependability and reliability

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary Performs a variety of clerical and technical duties under general supervision. Reports to a Laboratory Supervisor. Responsibilities include receipt, accessioning, centrifugation and decanting of patient specimens, and communicating with clinicians at the Front Window and over the phone. Does this position require Patient Care? no

Essential Functions

• Assist with labeling, preservation and fixation of specimens.
• Work closely with technologists to ensure specimens are processed timely and accurately.
• Monitor reagent and supply inventory.
• Organize patient specimen and assay worksheets/printouts for testing and technologist review.
• Use LIMS to upload documents and input critical data or comments.
• Clean and maintain lab equipment.
• Rotate chemicals in all stainers and processors
• Stock lab supplies and track inventory
• Other lab related duties as needed

Qualifications

EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?No

Licenses and CredentialsExperiencePrevious laboratory, healthcare and/or customer service experience 1-2 years required

• Good interpersonal and communication skills so as to be able to interact effectively with individuals in the lab and the hospital.
• Ability to multitask and work accurately under stress of time constraints and heavy workload demands.
• Demonstrates excellent dependability, reliability, accuracy, prioritization ability, problem solving skills, customer service and teamwork.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2 Wells Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Grade

3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.