Clinical Laboratory Assistant at Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Clinical Lab Assistant I, Slide Room




Position Overview: Join our team at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) as a Clinical Lab Assistant Level 1 in the Histopathology department. We're seeking dedicated individuals who are passionate about patient care, asset management, and research support. As a Clinical Lab Assistant Level 1, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our pathology assets and supporting patient care and research initiatives.



Responsibilities:




Filing and Support

• Receive, track, file, document, and distribute anatomical pathology slides and blocks.


• Transport assets between facilities and offsite locations.


• Order specimens and archival assets, maintain supply inventory, and ensure organization of assets.


• Utilize computer skills for digital imaging and scanning tasks.

Patient Care and Research

• Manage requests for pathology material from clinicians and patients.


• Retrieve completed requests, send out assets using courier services, and maintain documentation.


• Process research requests, cancer protocol requests, and pathology assets for molecular testing.


• Collect and document quality assurance data and enroll in research training programs.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Previous experience in science, healthcare, or customer service preferred.


• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Windows software.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.


• Attention to detail, flexibility, and a customer/patient-focused mindset.

Additional Requirements:

• Neat and orderly work habits.


• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.


• Manual dexterity and visual accuracy.


• Fluency in English for effective communication.


• Basic knowledge of LIS and ability to troubleshoot and follow procedures.


• Sensitivity to handling confidential patient information.

Join Our Team: If you're passionate about providing compassionate care, supporting cutting-edge research, and ensuring the efficient management of pathology assets, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team at Massachusetts General Hospital and make a difference in the lives of our patients and researchers.



EEO Statement

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action 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. Apply Now