Senior Pathology Laboratory Assistant Evening Shift 3pm - 11:30pm

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Clinical Lab Assistant to perform clerical and technical duties such as sample processing and data entry under the supervision of a Laboratory Supervisor. Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a Clinical Lab Assistant I or II.
• Demonstrates excellent dependability and reliability.
• Ability to work accurately under stress with heavy workload demands.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enters information from requisition into the computer.
• Processes samples using centrifuges and decant station.
• Acts as a resource to CLA I and CLA II staff.

Skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to multitask

Problem-solving skills

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 General Hospital Corporation 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.