Lab Processing Technician I — Flexible Evenings + Growth

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Time off

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to perform pre-analytical specimen processing and computer entry in the clinical laboratory. The role emphasizes accurate specimen handling, timely responses to provider inquiries, and daily QC documentation.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree in a science-based STEM field and at least 3 months of related work experience.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred in science-based STEM disciplines.
• 3 months of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytical specimen processing including stamping in, verifying I.D., identifying tests, and evaluating specimen quality and test setup.
• Perform computer order entry and inquiry functions.
• Provide courteous and timely customer service to providers calling into the lab.
• Record and evaluate daily QC and follow procedures when QC is out of range.
• Operate and maintain instrumentation such as centrifuges, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Maintain a neat and orderly workplace.
• Monitor specimen workflow ensuring quick response for STAT and timed tests.
• Participate in departmental continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Education

High School/GED required

Bachelor's degree preferred in science-based STEM

Tools

Centrifuges

Refrigerators

Freezers

Job description

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to perform pre-analytical specimen processing and computer entry in the clinical laboratory. The role emphasizes accurate specimen handling, timely responses to provider inquiries, and daily QC documentation.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree in a science-based STEM field and at least 3 months of related work experience.