Lab Support Assistant: Specimen & Test Order Entry

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Boston seeks a detail‑oriented teammate to enter patient test orders and demographic information into the computer system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. You will enter specimen demographics and test orders, add tests to specimens, label and package specimens, and handle routine and STAT specimens while following safety procedures.

You will also answer the phone and keep your work area clean and stocked.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Enters specimen demographics and test orders into the computer. Adds tests, when requested , to the appropriate specimen type. Identifies and labels specimens according to protocol. Packages specimens safely for transport. Appropriately handles specimens upon arrival at the laboratory. Processes both routine and STAT specimens, according to protocol.
• Processes and aliquots specimens to meet service goals. Stores specimens in the appropriate location and maintains the integrity of the specimens at all times. Retrieves specimens for add on. Identifies, labels and processes specimens for testing, while following all standard operating and safety procedures.
• Answers the telephone promptly and courteously.
• Maintains a clean and well-stocked work area.

Skills

High School diploma or GED

0-1 years experience

Basic computer skills

Tools

Web-based applications

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Boston seeks a detail‑oriented teammate to enter patient test orders and demographic information into the computer system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. You will enter specimen demographics and test orders, add tests to specimens, label and package specimens, and handle routine and STAT specimens while following safety procedures.

You will also answer the phone and keep your work area clean and stocked.