Laboratory Assistant-Pathology Ops

About the role

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. This position offers a $2,500 new hire sign-on bonus (rehires termed more than one year also eligible).

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Day shift: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Location: Pathology Department, Dartmouth, MA

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision of the Pathology Manager and in coordination with the Medical and Administrative Director, perform basic pre-analytical technical and clerical duties including patient slide receipt, patient slide integrity acceptability, and a variety of lab assistant duties (receptionist, clerical, and other related duties) both within and in support of the Pathology Department.
• Answer phones, provide assistance with specimen-related questions and requests, and take accurate and concise messages.
• Prepare documents, slides, and blocks for pathology consultations and send-out testing.
• Receive returned patient materials, ensure appropriate distribution of reports to pathologists, and update patient records.
• Prepare materials for tumor board meetings and retrieve materials from other organizations as needed.
• Perform tasks in the lab such as distribution and slide filing.
• Maintain computer competency to utilize the LIS system efficiently and effectively, and input data accurately.
• Interact with management and medical staff, including client physician offices.
• Ensure all specimens are appropriately and accurately labeled.
• Enter all specimen and patient information in the LIS or department logs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Certification in Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Up to one year of experience in specimen processing or lab assistant role (minimum six months accepted).
• High level of interpersonal and organizational skills required.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for a medical or personal exemption by signing a statement upon hire.

Benefits

Available to regular status employees scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours per week.

• Culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates diversity
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off package
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance and Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

Pay

Pay rate determined based on level of experience. Pay range: USD $22.16 – USD $29.11 per hour.