Lab Support Technician

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Lab Support Technician to join the Lab Support Services team. Under general supervision, you will provide quality customer oriented laboratory services including specimen procurement, processing, and related procedures, ensuring efficient operation and mission fulfillment.

You will also train and guide less experienced staff, communicate effectively with laboratory users, and support evening/night coverage to maintain continuous service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• One year of phlebotomy, EKG, and/or specimen processing experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy Certification (ASCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procure specimens and ensure proper labeling and handling.
• Process specimens and related specimens using standard procedures.
• Perform specialized procedures as needed for specimen testing.
• Provide training and guidance to less experienced laboratory support technicians.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Specimen processing

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Support Services Supervisor, the LST is responsible for providing quality customer oriented laboratory services including specimen procurement, specimen processing and related specialized procedures, and service to effectively communicate information to users of the Laboratory Services in order to ensure the department is able to operate efficiently and to successfully fulfill its mission. LSTs also provide training and guidance to less experienced laboratory support technicians.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Position: Lab Support Technician Department: Lab Support Services (40 hours, Evenings (3pm- 11:30 pm)/Night Coverage as Needed) Schedule: Full Time

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma.

EXPERIENCE:

One year of Phlebotomy, EKG, and/or specimen processing experience is preferred.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSURES, & REGISTRATIONS:

Phlebotomy Certification (ASCP) preferred.

COMPENSATION RANGE:

Compensation Range: $20.42- $26.41 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements.

In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• pharmacy
• contract increases
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) savings matches
• earned time cash out
• paid time off
• career advancement opportunities
• resources to support employee and family wellbeing

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.