Hiring: Specimen Processing Technician Company: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Location: Boston, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 11:59:27 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Quality Assurance About the job Experience: •0 years’ experience required; experience in a healthcare or laboratory setting preferred. Required Skills: •Performs pre-analytical specimen processing: Receives patient specimens from within the institute and outside institutions. •Becomes familiar with patient and specimen requirements; stores and transports specimens according to procedures; ensure specimen integrity is preserved at all times. •Unloads and loads the pneumatic tube system and accurately distributes specimens; does routine and stat specimen delivery runs to BWH laboratories; does specimen pickup runs from clinic locations at DFCI •Receives specimens into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) by scanning barcodes or manual entry •Verifies upon receipt that all samples are labeled according to policy and addresses variances according to policies. •Documents in the LIS any specimen or test cancellations per policy; contacts the appropriate provider or reference laboratories with questions regarding discrepancies with test orders or specimen containers. •Processes add on tests according to policy •Processes tests sent out to reference laboratories; communicates with reference labs as needed Qualifications: •Develops knowledge to accurately and efficiently ensure all test requests are in the LIS. •Understands lab safety policy and procedures and Department of Transportation specimen shipping regulations. •Develops understanding of specimen processing for all specimen types. •Good communication and interpersonal skills, including phone etiquette; customer service skills. •Basic proficiency in computer skills – able to perform essential tasks such as using a keyboard and mouse, navigating the operating system, managing files and folders, and using basic software applications like word processors and web browsers. •High School diploma required, AS or BS in a physical science preferred. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!