Clinical Lab Assistant: Specimen Processing & Microbiology

St. Joseph Hospital; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph Hospital in Nashua, NH is seeking a qualified laboratory professional to handle and process clinical specimens across pre-analytical stages. You will manage accessioning, labeling, data entry, and communication with internal and external clients to ensure quality and timely test results.

The role requires familiarity with LIS platforms, attention to labeling accuracy, and adherence to policy, LEAN processes, and DOT regulations for specimen transport where applicable.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical laboratory policies related to specimen collection, handling and processing.
• Ability to enter and retrieve data from hospital and laboratory information systems.
• Excellent communication skills with patients and staff to promote positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Receives and processes specimens to ensure timely flow to testing sections.
• Accurately accessioning, labeling and tracking of specimens.
• Orders and verifies tests in LIS/LIS with attention to detail and error correction.

Skills

Medical terminology

LIS knowledge

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher preferred

Tools

Sunquest LIS

Job description

St Joseph Hospital in Nashua, NH is seeking a qualified laboratory professional to handle and process clinical specimens across pre-analytical stages. You will manage accessioning, labeling, data entry, and communication with internal and external clients to ensure quality and timely test results.

The role requires familiarity with LIS platforms, attention to labeling accuracy, and adherence to policy, LEAN processes, and DOT regulations for specimen transport where applicable.