Lab Support & Specimen Coordination Specialist

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

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Lab Support Assistant to enter patient test orders and demographics into the hospital computer system. This role supports lab operations by filing slides, maintaining records, and coordinating specimen handling to ensure accurate testing and timely results.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 0–1 year of related experience, with basic computer skills and strong attention to detail.

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 patient test orders into the computer system.
• Enters demographic information for patients into the computer system.
• Files, organizes, and maintains slides and blocks per department policy.
• Coordinates slides for pathologist review and ensures correct labeling and testing.
• Maintains a clean, well-stocked work area and handles specimens per protocol.
• Answers the telephone promptly and provides courteous service.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Lab Support Assistant to enter patient test orders and demographics into the hospital computer system. This role supports lab operations by filing slides, maintaining records, and coordinating specimen handling to ensure accurate testing and timely results.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 0–1 year of related experience, with basic computer skills and strong attention to detail.