Senior Lab Assistant - Evening Shift - 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM

Boston Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

MTA bus pass subsidy

Onsite fitness center

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare is seeking a Senior Lab Assistant to receive, accession, and process pathology and laboratory specimens, and to provide reports and information to customers. This role includes training and mentoring Phlebotomy lab Assistants and supports a 2:30–11:00 PM shift with rotating weekends/holidays.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and at least 2 years of clinical lab experience, strong medical terminology knowledge, and excellent communication and typing skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years clinical laboratory work experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to type accurately and quickly.

Responsibilities

• Enter patient demographic information, laboratory tests orders, and verify collection/receipt of specimens with completeness and accuracy.
• Assign daily workload and ensure adequate coverage to include the ON-Call schedule in a timely manner with changes approved by Supervisor.
• Assist in orienting and training of new employees.
• Prepare and process specimens for all testing in the clinical laboratory including labeling, measuring, aliquoting, centrifuging, and distribution.
• Assist with development/revision of work procedures and evaluation of staff.
• Assist during computer downtime and ensure staff understand procedures.
• Support competency skills testing and ensure timely completion of tests for all staff.
• Ensure samples are accurate for referral testing and that referral documentation is complete.
• Review unreceived reports daily.
• Participate in the Laboratory continuing education program and share knowledge from seminars.
• Ensure patient samples are properly identified and requisitions double checked for correct orders.
• Complete tasks such as centrifuge maintenance, label printers maintenance, and supply stock.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Customer service techniques

Oral and written communication

Basic arithmetic

Problem solving

Typing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Under direct supervision, the Senior Lab Assistant utilizes appropriate equipment to receive, accession, process pathology and laboratory specimens as well as to provide laboratory reports and information to customers. The Senior Lab Assistant assists in the development, training and monitoring of all Phlebotomy lab Assistants.

Schedule

This position works 2:30-11:00 PM with rotating weekends and holidays.

Education

• High school degree or equivalent required.

Licensures/Certifications

• N/A

Experience

2 years clinical laboratory work experience

Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Skill in demonstrating customer service techniques
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Skill in performing basic arithmetic
• Ability to recognize, analyze and solve problems
• Ability to type accurately and quickly

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Enters patient demographic information, laboratory tests orders, and verifies collection /receipt of specimens with completeness and accuracy.
• Assigns daily workload and ensures adequate coverage to include the ON-Call schedule in a timely manner with changes approved by Supervisor.
• Assists in the orienting and training of new employees
• Prepares and processes specimens for all testing in the clinical laboratory to include, labeling, measuring, aliquoting, centrifuging, and the like. Distributes specimens to the appropriate work area.
• Assists with the development/revision of work procedures for assigned areas and evaluation process of employees.
• Assists in the event of Computer downtime and ensures that all staff know and understands procedure.
• Assists in the development and implementation of competency skills and testing. Ensures all Competency tests are completed in a timely manner for all staff.
• Ensures samples are accurate for referral testing. Ensures that all employees in department are doing the same Ensures all referral documentation is complete and being done by all staff.
• Reviews unreceived report on a daily basis.
• Actively participates in the Laboratory's continuing education program and meets requirements as described in the Laboratory Continuing Education Policy. Shares knowledge gained from seminars, workshops, etc. through formal and informal presentations.
• Ensures all patient samples are properly identified and all requisitions are double checked for correct orders
• Completes associated responsibilities such as, centrifuge maintenance, label maintenance and stocks and maintains supplies.
• Ensures all documentation is completed and current for centrifuge and label printers.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values

Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations Actively pursues learning and self-development Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. Sets a positive, professional example for others Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. Embraces change and improvement in the work environment Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

Pay Range

Pay Range $17.35 - $26.36 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Situated in scenic Towson, GBMC represents more than just a hospital; it is a legacy of over 60 years in premier healthcare. Our beautiful suburban campus is home to a facility with over 250 beds, 23,000 admissions, and 52,000 emergency room visits each year. GBMC is currently seeking talented, compassionate employees to support patients of the communities we serve. GBMC has also been named "best place to work!" At GBMC Health Partners, we don't just provide comprehensive medical care - we build lasting relationships. When it comes to the care of our patients, for us, it's personal. Whether you're a physician leading proactive health strategies, a nurse practitioner providing care, or a medical assistant ensuring seamless operations, your role here is pivotal. At Gilchrist, we transcend traditional hospice care. Every individual's journey is unique, and we pride ourselves on being there, every step of the way. For over three decades, Gilchrist has stood as a pillar of compassion and dedication as Maryland's premier nonprofit provider for serious illness and end-of-life care. We are more than just a hospice; we are a life-affirming promise ensuring every moment is lived to its fullest. Hospice of Washington County (HWC), situated in Hagerstown, MD, is the only licensed provider for hospice care within Washington County. Our team of committed professionals understands the importance of ensuring that every individual is able to LIVE their life to its fullest. The focus is on caring for the individual, not the cure. Hospice focuses on helping a person live; making the most of each minute, hour, day, week and month they may have during the final season of life. It is about allowing self-determined life closure; individuals remain the decisions makers of how they will spend their precious days, weeks, and months. Hospice focuses on quality of life, not quantity. We provide hospice care wherever the individual designates as their home. That can be in a private residence, nursing home, or assisted living facility. Hospice care is available to patients of any age, religion, race, or illness. Hospice care is covered under Medicare, Medicaid, most private insurance plans.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and generous paid time off
• Free parking
• Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC "if applicable"
• Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center "if applicable"
• Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan