Tufts Medicine Hiring for Lab Support Technician at Lowell, Massachusetts Full Time

We’re saving lives, building careers, and reimagining healthcare. We can’t wait to grow alongside you.

We are offering a $5k bonus for full time Lab Support Tech positions! Part-time Bonuses are also available!

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Lab Support Tech to be part of a Magnet recognized community hospital, where our mission is to put patients first in everything we do. At Lowell General Hospital we have an ambitious vision to Be One of the Best Community Hospitals in America and our Lab Support Technicians play a key part in accomplishing this pursuit.

Hours: 8 hours/ week Inpatient Second Shift and every third weekend

Location: Main Campus

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Accurately identifies patients and patient samples per policy.

• Ensures accurate ordering of tests in Laboratory Information System, and clarifies confusing or incomplete orders.

• Reviews workload to maintain a reasonable wait time of less than 20 minutes for the completion of most laboratory services.

• Demonstrates proficiency in the collection of blood and other samples.

• Demonstrates proficiency in performing EKG recordings.

• Performs waived laboratory testing, including capillary glucose and hemoglobin.

• Ensures specimen appropriateness and maintains specimen integrity through the specimen processing process.

• Accurately reports test results, including timely communication of stat and critical results, with appropriate documentation in the LIS call queue.

• Accurately distributes patient reports via faxing and/or prepares reports for mailing or courier delivery.

• Assists with inventory management by documenting received and open dates on supplies as required by policy, and promptly notifying supervisor of low inventory.

• Prepares biological samples, including centrifugation, storage, and packaging for transport to laboratory in accordance with safety policies.

• Demonstrates proficient use of the Laboratory Information System.

• Participates in training of new staff members.

Qualifications:

• Phlebotomy Experience required

• High School Diploma or GED required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries & benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan with company match

• Tuition reimbursement

• Free on-campus parking

About Lowell General

For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

About Tufts Medicine

A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being.

Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home – an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at [email protected] .