Specimen Processing Technician – Day Shift

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham, on-site at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, seeks a laboratory support professional to receive, label, and distribute clinical specimens. This role supports accurate testing and timely processing in a busy clinical setting.

The position requires an Associate's Degree preferred or a High School Diploma, 1–2 years in a lab or healthcare setting, basic lab equipment knowledge, and strong teamwork and communication skills. Onsite work with standard safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree related field preferred or High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience in a laboratory or healthcare setting 1-2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and distribute clinical laboratory specimens including blood, urine, and tissue samples.
• Process specimens by verifying patient information, accessioning samples into the laboratory information system, and preparing samples for testing.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment.
• Follow established procedures and protocols for specimen handling, storage, and disposal.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the laboratory area.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and healthcare providers to ensure timely and accurate specimen processing.

Skills

Basic lab equipment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer skills

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree related field preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Tools

Laboratory information system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mass General Brigham, on-site at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, seeks a laboratory support professional to receive, label, and distribute clinical specimens. This role supports accurate testing and timely processing in a busy clinical setting.

The position requires an Associate's Degree preferred or a High School Diploma, 1–2 years in a lab or healthcare setting, basic lab equipment knowledge, and strong teamwork and communication skills. Onsite work with standard safety protocols.