Histology Pathology Lab Assistant

Site: Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital Inc.

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Schedule: Monday-Friday 3pm-7pm

Job Summary

Summary
Assures total compliance with TJC and CAP guidelines during all procedures. Must handle biohazardous and infectious material while following proper safety precautions. Works cooperatively with all hospital and laboratory staff through verbal and written communications in order to resolve problems exchange information receive instructions establish protocols and process information concerning cases.

Does this position require Patient Care
No

Essential Functions

PATIENT SAFETY: Follows established hospital and departmental precautions and procedures in the performance of all job duties to ensure a safe work environment for patients and others to include as appropriate:
Demonstrates appropriate hand hygiene
Demonstrates use of two patient identifiers
Demonstrates effective communication hand offs between providers shifts departments etc.
Demonstrates use of proper precautions including use of appropriate personal protective equipment

* Is responsible to and receives direction from the management team which may consist of the administrator manager or supervisor.

* Assures total compliance with JC and CAP guidelines and adheres to them during all procedures and policies.

* Embeds tissue for the histologists.

* Coverslips slides and aids in signing-out cases for the pathologists.

* Responsible for glass slide and paraffin block filing in histology and pathology.

* Assists the pathologists assistants/grossing techs in the grossing room and aids in specimen collection for pathology.

* Under the direction of the AP Operations Manager and the Chief of Pathology accessions pathology specimens.

* Under the direction of the AP Operations Manager and the Chief of Pathology assists the PA/grossing techs and pathologists in grossing pathology specimens if qualified under CAP regulations.

* Performs and/or assists with gynecological and non-gynecological cytology specimens.

* Attends and participates in classes meetings committees and other continuing education as appropriate to maintain and enhance professional job knowledge and/or job skills.

* Assists pathologists with digital photography and preparation for multidisciplinary conferences in the hospital.

* Maintains a clean and safe work area according to infection control and chemical hygiene guidelines.

* Maintains equipment according to formal maintenance program in the department.

* Maintains and labels stains and reagents according to department and CAP guidelines.

* Fills client supply orders.

* Responsible for specimen send-outs including slide and block requests and returns.

* Ensures accurate transcription of patient reports including histology and immunohistochemistry results according to department guidelines.

* Ensures proper disposal of wet tissue and chemicals according to department guidelines.

EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associates Degree preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degreeNoLicenses and CredentialsExperienceHospital Laboratory experience 3-5 years preferredKnowledge Skills and Abilities- Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards. - Must demonstrate annual CAP competencies in any area that they work.

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%)

Onsite

1153 Centre Street

20

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.99 - $28.21/Hourly

Grade

SF1135

At Mass General Brigham we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and any offer extended will take into account your skills relevant experience if applicable education certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation addition to competitive base pay we offer comprehensive benefits career advancement opportunities differentials premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

2810 Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .

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