WH Laboratory Support/Medical Receptionist

About the role

Performs secretarial duties alongside laboratory aide duties to help maintain the proper workflow and organization of the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Collects used glassware from various sections of the laboratory and transports to work area.
• Dispose of slides, blocks, formalin items, chemical waste
• Fill blocks and slides for Histology and Cytology areas
• Maintain packing lists
• Send out pathologist consultations
• Maintain Reference Lab supplies and ordering
• Check in, order and process pap smears and maintain supplies
• Washes and cleans glassware equipment
• Sterilizes supplies when designated
• Inspects, restocks and cleans morgue and surgical pathology lab.
• Supplies all departments with necessary expendable items
• Obtains supplies from other departments as required
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment
• Distributes cleaned glassware to the appropriate sections of the lab
• Tags laboratory supplies and puts them away
• Files microplastic slides for the histology department
• Assists in other areas of department and corporation as needed, completing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Physical requirements: Sitting or standing for long periods of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working environment: Must be cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues to maintain a clean, safe, and functional work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: High school education or equivalent.

Preferred qualifications: Prior laboratory experience or knowledge.

Skills

• Efficient in the operation of office equipment including computers, fax, copiers, and telecommunications systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Highly motivated, organized, and attentive to detail.
• Ability to work based on operational needs of the department.
• Possess ability to relay information, and deal tactfully and harmoniously with others.
• Basic computer skills required.

Schedule

Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Shift: Non‑Exempt (United States of America).