Microbiology Lab Technician - Specimen & Shipment Expert

MobilexUSA; Marshall Corner (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

MobilexUSA in Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated specimen processing associate to support testing workflows. The role involves accurately locating testing sites on requisitions, confirming specimen type, and ensuring proper barcoding and patient data.

You will centrifuge specimens, pack coolers for shipment, and coordinate with offsite labs. This full-time position requires attention to detail, PPE, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem solving and researching alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Mark locations of testing on requisitions upon specimen arrival.
• Ensure correct specimen and tube types are written on requisitions.
• Verify patient full name, date/time of collection, and phlebotomist P number on requisition; place bar codes on all specimens.
• Inform facility and complete paperwork for redraws when needed (QNS, misspelled names, mislabeled data, missing specimens).
• Properly centrifuge specimens to obtain adequate serum or plasma for testing.
• Package coolers for shipment to offsite laboratories (20–40 lb).
• Create air bills for flight shipment and email labs with flight summaries.
• Route in-house specimens to correct lab benches; route reference lab specimens to reference lab desk for the Sample Tracker.
• Wear PPE at all times to protect staff from infectious material.

Skills

Independent worker

Strong communication

Problem solving

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

MobilexUSA in Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated specimen processing associate to support testing workflows. The role involves accurately locating testing sites on requisitions, confirming specimen type, and ensuring proper barcoding and patient data.

You will centrifuge specimens, pack coolers for shipment, and coordinate with offsite labs. This full-time position requires attention to detail, PPE, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.