Pathology Lab Assistant I - Precise Specimen Processing

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a laboratory support technician to process and distribute clinical specimens, including blood, urine, and tissue samples. You will verify patient information, accession samples into the LIS, and prepare them for testing.

This role requires attention to detail, ability to work independently or in a team, and basic computer skills. You will monitor inventory, maintain equipment, and uphold safety and quality standards in a busy lab environment.

Qualifications

• Receive, label, and distribute clinical laboratory specimens.
• Verify patient information and accession samples into the LIS.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, reagents, and equipment.
• Follow procedures for specimen handling, storage, and disposal.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the laboratory area.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards including PPE and accreditation requirements.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and healthcare providers to ensure timely processing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by laboratory management.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and distribute specimens.
• Accession samples into LIS and verify patient data.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Follow procedures for specimen handling, storage, and disposal.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the laboratory environment.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure timely processing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Microsoft Office

LIS data entry

Education

Associate's Degree in related field

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a laboratory support technician to process and distribute clinical specimens, including blood, urine, and tissue samples. You will verify patient information, accession samples into the LIS, and prepare them for testing.

This role requires attention to detail, ability to work independently or in a team, and basic computer skills. You will monitor inventory, maintain equipment, and uphold safety and quality standards in a busy lab environment.