Lab Processing Technician I(Part time) - Microbiology

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Student loan subsidies

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a part-time Laboratory Administrative Assistant to perform pre-analytical specimen processing, enter computerized orders, and provide prompt provider support. The role includes QC documentation, routine instrument upkeep, and maintaining a clean work area while monitoring workflow.

The position offers flexible scheduling with weekends rotation and a benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; science degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 months of work experience in a relevant setting.
• Ability to perform pre-analytical processing and QC tasks.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytical specimen processing: stamping in, verifying ID, test identification and setup.
• Perform computer order entry and inquiry functions.
• Provide courteous, timely customer service to providers calling the lab.
• Document and evaluate daily QC; follow procedures when QC is out of range.
• Operate routine instrumentation (centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers) and perform basic maintenance.
• Keep the work area neat and orderly.
• Continuously monitor specimen workflow and ensure quick response for STAT tests.
• Participate in departmental continuous improvement projects when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in science preferred

Job description

Position/Department Summary:

Performs computer entry and pre analytical processing of specimens entering lab. Provides timely and courteous results and inquiry information to providers for routine questions.

Key Responsibilities:

Examinations and Procedures:

• Performing pre-analytical specimen processing includes stamping in, verifying I.D., identifying tests, and evaluating specimen quality and appropriate test set up.
• Performing computer order entry and inquiry functions.
• Providing courteous and timely customer service to providers calling into the lab.
• Performing, documenting, and evaluating daily QC and follows procedure when QC is out of range.
• Performing routine operation and maintenance of instrumentation in the work area such as centrifuges, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Maintaining workplace in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Continuously monitors specimen workflow. Ensures quick response for STAT and other timed tests.
• Participating in departmental continuous improvement projects as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High School/GED required
• Bachelor's degree is preferred in science-based STEM disciplines

Experience:

3 months of work experience.

Shift/hours:

• Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8:30am - 5:000pm
• Rotating weekends - 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Part time 24 hours per week

The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, employee discounts and discounted commuter benefits at certain locations. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.