Pathology Laboratory Assistant II

Laboratory AssistantPerforms 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.Assist with labeling, preservation and fixation of specimens. Work closely with technologists to ensure specimens are processed timely and accurately. Monitor reagent and supply inventory. Organize patient specimen and assay worksheets/printouts for testing and technologist review. Use LIMS to upload documents and input critical data or comments. Clean and maintain lab equipment.Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No. Licenses and Credentials: Experience Previous laboratory, healthcare and/or customer service experience 1-2 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 - 35lbsPushing 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%)3:30PM to 12AM Monday to Friday with weekend rotation every third weekend.OnsiteWork Location: 75 Francis StreetScheduled Weekly Hours: 40Employee Type: RegularWork Shift: Evening (United States of America)Pay Range: $18.58 - $26.58/Hourly