Medical Laboratory Assistant

Req Number 125363Job DescriptionPerforms routine clerical tasks related to the pathology laboratory.Job Responsibility1.Receives specimens from internal/external suppliers. May retrieve specimens from other hospital departments, as required.2.Accessions patient specimens into laboratory computer system. Enters patient demographics and relevant information into laboratory computer system.3.Must be able to handle high volume/pace receiving multiple department tissue samples at the same time.4.Triages specimen for handling or release e.g. Frozen sections5.Processes specimen using designated equipment.6.Performs designated equipment maintenance including cleaning, emptying waste, and replenishing supplies, as required.7.Maintains inventory of reagents and other supplies. Places orders for supplies through department computer system.8.Responds to inquiries regarding specimen handling, test results, patient preparation, problem specimens, etc.9.Operates the pneumatic tube system, as needed.10.Prepares, distributes and files reports, as requested.11.Performs related duties, as required.Job Qualification1.High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Coursework in general science/mathematics, required.2.Prior laboratory/pathology lab experience, required.3.Ability to operate office and minor laboratory equipment, required.4.Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $24.00-$26.38/hourIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.