Hospital Specimen Technician - Evening/Weekend Shifts

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

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Vacation & Health Time

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is hiring a Specimen Technician - Hospital in Cambridge, MA. The position supports specimen preparation, test ordering, and liaison work with hospital staff to ensure accurate processing and timely reporting.

The role emphasizes data entry, problem solving, and strong communication within a multi-shift hospital lab environment. Eligible for annual incentive plans and comprehensive benefits per corporate programs.

Qualifications

• Data-entry background with ability to input 6,000 keystrokes/hour or more.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills in a hospital/clinical setting.
• Experience with hospital LIS systems and Quest Diagnostics platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient specimens for testing in a hospital setting.
• Coordinate with hospital staff and Quest team to ensure timely specimen handling.
• Provide proactive customer support and resolve issues related to specimens and orders.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hospital LIS systems

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is hiring a Specimen Technician - Hospital in Cambridge, MA. The position supports specimen preparation, test ordering, and liaison work with hospital staff to ensure accurate processing and timely reporting.

The role emphasizes data entry, problem solving, and strong communication within a multi-shift hospital lab environment. Eligible for annual incentive plans and comprehensive benefits per corporate programs.