Lab Support & Data Entry Technician

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 specimen and test processing in our Boston area labs. The role emphasizes accurate data entry of patient demographics and test orders, strict adherence to safety and labeling protocols, and timely coordination of slides and blocks for testing.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, 0–1 year related experience, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Required qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and 0-1 year related work experience.
• Basic familiarity with computers and ability to navigate web-based applications.
• Preferred experience in a laboratory environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Enters patient demographics and test orders into the computer system.
• Files slides and blocks, maintains file systems and tracks cases for safety and accuracy.
• Coordinates slides for pathologist review and ensures turnaround times are met.
• Answers phone promptly and maintains a clean, stocked workspace.

Skills

Data entry

Computer literacy

Written Communications

Oral Communications

Team Work

Customer Service

Education

High School diploma or GED

0-1 years related work experience

Tools

Web-based applications

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Lab Support Assistant to support specimen and test processing in our Boston area labs. The role emphasizes accurate data entry of patient demographics and test orders, strict adherence to safety and labeling protocols, and timely coordination of slides and blocks for testing.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, 0–1 year related experience, and basic computer skills.