Job Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

The clinical laboratory assistant performs a variety of clerical and technical duties under general supervision. May performs pre-analytic procedures on material derived from the human body which provides information for the diagnosis, prevention or treatment of a disease or assessment of a human medical condition.

Responsibilities includes assembling patient test kits and fulfill requests from testing location for distribution. Test kit assembly requires affixing labels onto clean specimen bags and adding instructions and specimen collection supplies into each bag. Assembled kits are organized according to kits types and testing locations.

Answer laboratory telephones. Answer inquiries for patient test results, turnaround time for test results, and other laboratory information. Screen calls, take messages, route calls, and page requested parties as appropriate.

Checks requisitions for accuracy and completeness of lab orders. Sorts, alphabetizes, and files/scans lab requisitions.

May also include receipt, verification, processing specimens as well triaging specimens for additional testing in other laboratories. Performs computer data entry of patient and specimen information.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assemble patient test kits and fulfill requests from testing location for distribution.
Receives, verifies the identity and accessions Microbiology specimens. Maintains requisitions for easy retrieval
Enter patient, test, and compliance information into computer.
Generates barcode labels; labels specimens/requisitions.
Prepares specimens for testing: centrifuges and decants specimens as needed, generates worklist, ensures specimens are setup in correct order by verifying two patient identifiers
Prepares analyzer(s) for testing by performing basic maintenance and preparing quality control, reagents according to procedure
Follows all safety (including infection control and hazardous material) policies and procedures.
Successfully participates in annual Health and Safety Training and Compliance activities.
Successfully participates in safety education and competency assessment activities.
Adheres to proper handling of specimens.
Triages all specimens for additional testing in other laboratories.
Adheres to procedure for the "Handling of Unacceptable Specimens" as established by laboratory administration.
Follows standard precaution and wears PPE to perform tasks as indicated.
Maintains safe working environment.
Acts as a resource to and assists in the training of others working in the laboratory
Maintains laboratory inventory.
Answers the phone as needed: provides information and performs add-ons as requested.
Refers problems and unusual requests to appropriate personnel

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with individuals in the lab and hospital in person and by telephone
Ability to multitask and work accurately under stress of time constraints and heavy workload demands.
Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic laboratory operations
Attentive to detail and precise in performing technical tasks
Neat and orderly work habits.
Careful attention to detail on laboratory requisitions.
Possess manual dexterity and visual accuracy.
Accurate computer skills including MS Office.
Demonstrates excellent dependability/reliability, accuracy, prioritization, problem solving, customer service and teamwork.
Understanding of LIS and compliance issues.
Appropriate level of professionalism.
Compliance with HIPPA requirements.
Understand regulatory requirements necessary to maintain laboratory readiness in preparation for JCAHO audits.
Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to communicate with patients, laboratory staff and providers.

Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Medical Terminology. Associate degree in science preferred.

Minimum of 1- 2years in a support role is preferred.

EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an EqualOpportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives andideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans andindividuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

This job was posted on Tue May 31 2022 and expired on Sat Jun 04 2022.

Minimum $24K /yr

$33K /yr Average

Maximum $43K /yr

Tasks

Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases and enter findings into computer.

Analyze the results of tests or experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical or electrical devices.

Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory equipment.

Prepare standard volumetric solutions or reagents to be combined with samples, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures.

Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.

Supervise or instruct other technicians or laboratory assistants.

Conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes and perform blood counts.

Inoculate fertilized eggs, broths, or other bacteriological media with organisms.

Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating, and identifying microorganisms for analysis.

Examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.

Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.

Cut, stain, and mount tissue samples for examination by pathologists.

Perform medical research to further control or cure disease.

Test raw materials, processes, or finished products to determine quality or quantity of materials or characteristics of a substance.

Analyze and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs, or narratives.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Knowledge

Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Biology - Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

Medicine and Dentistry - Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.