Brigham and Women's Hospital
Pathology Laboratory Assistant Senior
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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
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%)
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
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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
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%)
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
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