Pathology Laboratory Assistant Senior

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Boston is seeking a dedicated individual for clerical and technical duties related to patient specimens in a laboratory setting. The role involves processing samples, accurate data entry, and effective communication with clinicians. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong interpersonal skills to thrive in a busy healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a CLA I or II.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Receives and processes patient specimens and communicates with clinicians.
• Accurately enters information from requisitions into the computer.
• Transfers and handles samples as necessary.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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:
- Accurately enters information from requisition (including patient name, unit number, requesting area, time sample drawn, physician's name, tubes received, tests requested, general comments) into computer.
-Transfers samples from racks to the centrifuges and to decant station.
-Processes ADDs: locates sample, adds tests to original accession, completes ADDs form.
-Acts as resource to CLA I and CLA II staff.
-Handles special specimens (e.g. Sendouts).

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Minimum two years of experience as a CLA I or II 2-3 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- 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.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.