Lab Support Assistant — Data Entry & Specimen Handling

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Lab Support Assistant to support pathology and laboratory operations in Boston. The role focuses on entering patient demographics and test orders, and handling specimens with care to ensure turnaround times and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and 0–1 year of related experience; laboratory exposure is a plus, and a team-oriented, customer-focused approach is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-1 years related work experience.
• Basic familiarity with computers; navigate web-based applications.
• Laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enters patient demographics and test orders into the computer.
• Processes and aliquots specimens; maintains specimen integrity.
• Answers the telephone promptly and courteously.
• Maintains a clean and well-stocked work area.
• Coordinates slides and blocks for pathologist review.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Problem solving

Independence of action

Knowledge basics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Lab Support Assistant to support pathology and laboratory operations in Boston. The role focuses on entering patient demographics and test orders, and handling specimens with care to ensure turnaround times and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and 0–1 year of related experience; laboratory exposure is a plus, and a team-oriented, customer-focused approach is required.