Hospital Specimen Technician - Lab Operations & QC

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

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

FinFit financial coaching and services

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual incentive plans

Matching gifts program

MyQuest Education assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is seeking a Hospital Specimen Technician in Boston, MA. The role requires handling patient specimens, ensuring proper processing for hospital testing, and coordinating with hospital staff and Quest teams.

Monday through Friday schedule with rotational weekends, pay range $21.09–$23.09 per hour, with potential annual bonus eligibility. The position emphasizes accuracy in pre-analytical processing, strong data-entry skills, and effective communication with hospital

Qualifications

• Data-entry background with high keystroke speed and accuracy.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills in a clinical setting.
• Experience or familiarity with hospital laboratory processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient specimens for hospital testing in a multi‑associate setting.
• Manage test orders, specimen flow, and QA compliance.
• Print and review testing reports; interpret data from LIS and hospital systems.

Skills

Data entry

Multitasking

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hospital LIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is seeking a Hospital Specimen Technician in Boston, MA. The role requires handling patient specimens, ensuring proper processing for hospital testing, and coordinating with hospital staff and Quest teams.

Monday through Friday schedule with rotational weekends, pay range $21.09–$23.09 per hour, with potential annual bonus eligibility. The position emphasizes accuracy in pre-analytical processing, strong data-entry skills, and effective communication with hospital