Clinical Lab Assistant II

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Competitive retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield is seeking a dedicated laboratory professional to join the BMC Lab Operations team. The role focuses on processing specimens, handling bodily fluids, and performing waived tests under CLIA guidelines.

The position involves plating specimens, maintaining quality control, and supporting routine instrument maintenance within a busy hospital lab. Strong communication and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an approved laboratory. Computer skills highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens including handling bodily fluids.
• Plate specimens on growth media and perform waived CLIA tests.
• Conduct general lab quality control and instrument maintenance.
• Flexibility for extended or additional shifts during emergencies.

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center · BMC Lab Operations

Hourly Pay Range: 22.4800 through 34.3900

Full Time , Shift 2 , 40 , 12:00pm-8:30pm

Posted 03/06/2026

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

This position is mainly responsible for processing of specimens which includes handling all types of bodily fluids. This position is also responsible for plating specimens on appropriate growth media. This position also includes the performance of clinical laboratory examinations that are considered “waived” tests under CLIA 88 and general lab quality control, instrument maintenance, and other functions toward the attainment of these goals.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience:

Prior experience in an approved laboratory. Computer skills highly desirable.

Education and Training:

Associate's Degree in sciences required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.

License, Certification & Registration:

N/A

Other Requirements:

Independent judgment and initiative required to adapt to techniques and procedures for routine testing of samples in most areas of the laboratory with the exception of complex tests and to schedule, organize and plan work.

Flexibility and adaptability in emergency situations including working additional hours or shifts.

Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and alertly for extended periods of time, and under stress, to ensure against errors.

Skills in phlebotomy including care and accuracy in the collection and labeling of specimens.

Effective communication skills, use of computer systems, listening, speaking, writing and reading.

The minimum and maximum of the hourly pay range for this position is shown above. Actual rates of pay may vary based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes

• health and dental insurance
• life and disability insurance
• a competitive retirement plan contribution
• a paid time off program