Clinical Lab Technician: Impactful, Timely Results

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a clinical laboratory professional to perform various laboratory tests as ordered by physicians, delivering accurate results in a timely manner to support patient care.

The role requires an associate degree in science, with preferred laboratory science certification paths and a focus on quality control, equipment operation, and regulatory compliance within a hospital lab setting.

Qualifications

• Required: Associates degree in a science field.
• Preferred: Associates degree in Laboratory Science from an accredited program.
• Grandfathered: HEW or military certification acquired prior to 1980.
• Licenses: Medical Technician registry eligible.
• Preferred: Medical Technician registered (ASCP or applicable).

Responsibilities

• Prepares specimen depending on lab order.
• Performs tests using manual methods or automated instrumentation with careful handling of specimens.
• Conducts quality control checks and equipment maintenance to uphold high quality standards.
• Responds to supply and equipment issues to maintain operations and equipment life.
• Enters quality control and patient results into the EMR so clinicians receive results promptly.
• Troubleshoots test anomalies and system problems to ensure accuracy.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment and supports a culture of safety.
• Maintains documentation, reports and QC to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Runs reports to verify operational performance.
• Handles status and result requests from patients and clinicians in a timely manner.
• Provides guidance and training to hospital clinicians on lab policies.
• Reviews supplies inventory and conveys stocking needs.
• In absence of Supervisor and Lead Techs, may lead shift operations and address issues.

Education

Associates degree in a science field

Associates degree in Laboratory Science from an accredited program

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a clinical laboratory professional to perform various laboratory tests as ordered by physicians, delivering accurate results in a timely manner to support patient care.

The role requires an associate degree in science, with preferred laboratory science certification paths and a focus on quality control, equipment operation, and regulatory compliance within a hospital lab setting.