Clinical Specimen Technician – Hospital Lab

Quest Diagnostics; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits (FT 30+

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Specimen Technician for a hospital location in Boston. The role involves preparing patient specimens, ensuring accurate pre-analytical processing, and using hospital LIS systems to manage sample flow and reporting.

The position requires 1–3 years of experience, data entry skills, and strong communication with hospital staff and Quest teams. Evening, weekend rotation, and on-site requirements are standard for this hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Requires 1–3 years of work experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical terminology knowledge a plus.
• Hospital laboratory environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens and follow pre-analytical processing procedures accurately.
• Operate and interpret hospital LIS reports and client-specific data.
• Manage supply ordering and related inventory tasks.
• Perform remote accessioning and pre-accessioning as needed.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Hospital LIS systems

Client interaction

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hospital LIS Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Specimen Technician for a hospital location in Boston. The role involves preparing patient specimens, ensuring accurate pre-analytical processing, and using hospital LIS systems to manage sample flow and reporting.

The position requires 1–3 years of experience, data entry skills, and strong communication with hospital staff and Quest teams. Evening, weekend rotation, and on-site requirements are standard for this hospital setting.