Laboratory Assistant

Laboratory TechnicianCambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a nationally recognized, award-winning health system serving communities in Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston's metro-north region. We are committed to delivering exceptional care while advancing health equity and innovation. Our laboratories are vital to that mission, providing high-quality diagnostic services that support patient care across our network of hospitals and health centers.The CHA laboratory provides everything from routine blood and urine tests to special tissue evaluation.Summary: To perform a narrow range of laboratory procedures and related duties, with supervision, following established standards and practices; to promote the efficient operation of the laboratory and patient care. Job Purpose: Performs routine laboratory work, with supervision, for which there are well-established procedures and minimal steps. This work contributes to the efficient operation of the laboratory.Duties and responsibilities include: performing phlebotomy on both adult and pediatric patients; performing quality control and assigned technical work under direct supervision; registration of patients; performing such activities as specimen processing, labeling and preparation of specimens as required; creating site batches to be shipped to the Cambridge Hospital Lab; performing assigned technical work under direct supervision. Assigned duties may include but not limited to: centrifugation of specimens; preparation and staining of slides; preparation of surgical/cytology specimens; performing point-of-care waived testing; labeling of tubes/slides for testing; storage and retrieval of specimens; filing and photocopying of documents; performing computer functions; answering telephone calls for the department; transporting supplies from the lab storeroom to keep work area adequately stocked. On-call responsibilities.Qualifications/Requirements: Minimum education: High school diploma or equivalent GED. Phlebotomy training and experience a must.In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People. Cambridge Health Alliance