Technical Lab Assistant Evenings per diem at Partner's Healthcare in Newton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.



Job Summary
1. Responsible for setting up clinical samples for microbiological testing and review- Monitor equipment for proper operation and complete appropriate documentation. Establish and improve on current Lab Operations processes and procedures. 2. Receives Specimen drop-off from patients and clinical departments as needed. Prepare samples for Laboratory Analysis e.g labeling, centrifuging including preparing samples for Reference Lab testing. Retrieves patient information from LIS, Locates patient lab orders, entry of patient registration and lab orders as needed. 3. Assist with testing of clinical samples. 4. Assist with quality control program. 5. Inventory control- assist in supporting all microbiology areas with small equipment maintenance, organism inventory, frozen stock, inventory stocking, and receiving of materials. 6. Reviews/monitors outstanding specimen reports for chemistry department. Delivers STAT specimens immediately to laboratory sections after receipt of specimen. Delivers routine specimens to appropriate laboratory within 10 minutes of receipt. Prepare samples for reference Lab testing. Works on problem resolution/tracking of pending tests. 7. Records daily temperatures of refrigerators and freezers in chemistry area. Perform and record all water chemistry testing and complete required area documentation. 8. Establishes and maintains good rapport and cooperative working attitude with co-workers and other hospital staff, as well as patients and visitors. 9. Participates and/or assists in laboratory education and training. May serve as a trainer for new hires. Attends continuing education programs. 10. Maintains neat and accurate records and a clean and orderly work area. Recognizes and reports discrepant results or conditions to the supervisor. 11. Performs all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures. 12. Assists other staff with pertinent information as required. e.g. answering telephones PROBLEM SOLVING: 0. Follows all established departmental and laboratory policies, procedures, and protocols when performing all tasks. 1. Attention to detail and accuracy accompanied by flexibility to adapt to varying workloads must be applied each day. 2. Each problem is to be resolved in a professional and timely manner. 3. Any problem that cannot be resolved must be escalated to the next level (e.g. lead, technical specialist) for assistance. ACCOUNTABILITY: 0. Performs all duties in a consistently professional manner. 1. Demonstrates excellent customer service skills, especially when resolving problems and/or issues. 2. Efficiently and effectively handles the workload and adapts pace to accommodate increases or decreases in volume. 3. Maintains specimen identification and integrity throughout all processes. 4. Reports any and all problems with specimen submission by using the Safety Reporting System. 5. Attends departmental, laboratory, and hospital meetings. 6. Completes all training, both in-person and on-line, in a timely manner. 7. Arrives to work on time for scheduled shifts and completes time clock punches accurately.



Qualifications


High school diploma or equivalent, strong organizational skills, strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to solve problems, computer skills, and customer service skills are required. Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences and/or prior laboratory experience preferred.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Additional Job Description



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


2014 Washington Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


0



Employee Type


Per Diem



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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.




Mass General Brigham Competency Framework



At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.