Lab Support Technician: Pathology & Specimens

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 enter patient demographics and test orders, and to track specimens within a busy hospital workflow in Boston, MA.

The role supports pathology operations by organizing slides and blocks, labeling and packaging specimens for transport, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to department policies and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Enters patient demographics and test orders into the computer.
• Adds tests to the appropriate specimen type and labels specimens.
• Packages specimens safely for transport and handles specimens per SOP.
• Maintains file system and ensures turnaround times for slide requests and reports.
• Answers phones and keeps a clean, stocked work area.

Skills

Computers basics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Lab Support Assistant to enter patient demographics and test orders, and to track specimens within a busy hospital workflow in Boston, MA.

The role supports pathology operations by organizing slides and blocks, labeling and packaging specimens for transport, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to department policies and safety guidelines.