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Pathology Laboratory Assistant

APDerm
Westford, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2027

Overview

Pathology Lab Assistant will assist the Lab Manager with specimen processing, quality assurance on each pathology ensuring receipt and accessioning specimens.

 

The schedule for this position is

Responsibilities

  • Day-to-day path lab operations with commitment to providing the highest quality service to patients.
  • Daily confirmation of receipt and accessioning specimens.
  • Maintain quality control to ensure reliability of processing procedures.
  • Verify patient demographics, physician data, tests requested, time and date of collection, appropriate clinical information and all other pertinent data found on laboratory request forms.
  • Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information etc. and works with clinical staff to resolve them.
  • Accurately enters patient information into laboratory information system (LIS).
  • Communicate to manager to maintain sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment for performance of duties.
  • Communicate in a professional and courteous manner with practice staff.
  • Provide advanced problem solving, troubleshooting, interpretation/consultation, verification of specimen quality.
  • Perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the department and APDerm®.
  • Maintains a ONETeam mindset using the foundation of our core values, the 3Ps: Positivity, Productivity, and Professionalism.
  • Support APDerm’s mission and culture of high-quality standards by carrying out applicable policies, procedures and established industry standards, laws and regulations. Examples include adhering to privacy and data protection practices, ensuring a safe workplace, and reporting observed or suspected behavior and actions that do not meet APDerm standards.
  • Complete all assigned required training by the deadline including, but not limited the Code of Conduct, Privacy & Data Security, and OSHA.

Qualifications

  • HS degree and BA preferred. 
  • Accuracy and close attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical judgement.
  • Visual acuity (including color discrimination) to distinguish fine detail.
  • Good organizational skills, ability to triage and prioritize.

The salary for this role will range from USD $19.83 to 26.91 per hour based on full-time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to years of experience, location, relevant skills, training, education, etc. Certain roles may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives. APDerm supports your life's needs through an extensive offering comprehensive, competitive and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

 

APDerm is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or APDerm policy.

 

Please email humanresources@apderm.com if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.

Salary : $20 - $27

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