Lab Processing Technician I(Part time) - Microbiology

Position/Department Summary:

Performs computer entry and pre analytical processing of specimens entering lab. Provides timely and courteous results and inquiry information to providers for routine questions.

Key Responsibilities

Examinations and Procedures

• Performing pre-analytical specimen processing includes stamping in, verifying I.D., identifying tests, and evaluating specimen quality and appropriate test set up.
• Performing computer order entry and inquiry functions.
• Providing courteous and timely customer service to providers calling into the lab.
• Performing, documenting, and evaluating daily QC and follows procedure when QC is out of range.
• Performing routine operation and maintenance of instrumentation in the work area such as centrifuges, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Maintaining workplace in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Continuously monitors specimen workflow. Ensures quick response for STAT and other timed tests.
• Participating in departmental continuous improvement projects as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School/GED required
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred in science-based STEM disciplines

Experience:

3 months of work experience.

Shift/hours

• Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8:30am – 5:000pm
• Rotating weekends – 7:00am – 3:30pm
• Part time 24 hours per week

The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, employee discounts and discounted commuter benefits at certain locations. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.