Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Cambridge, MA

A Laboratory Technician Assistant in the med tech industry is responsible for supporting technologists in the laboratory by preparing and organizing samples for analysis, maintaining laboratory equipment, and adhering to lab procedures and safety protocols. They play an essential role in the accurate and efficient processing of patient samples, contributing to the delivery of reliable and timely diagnostic results. These professionals often handle administrative tasks such as record keeping, data entry, and inventory management as well.

Key skills for a Lab Tech Assistant include attention to detail, organization, technical proficiency, and a strong understanding of laboratory safety procedures. Certification as a lab assistant is typically required, and this may include passing an exam through the American Society for Clinical Pathology or a similar accrediting body. Prior to becoming a Lab Tech Assistant, individuals may have roles such as a Phlebotomist, a Medical Assistant, or a Lab Aide, all of which provide relevant experience in clinical lab settings.

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Emerson Health

Clinical Lab Assistant - Pathology

  • Emerson Health
  • Concord, MA (13 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Emerson Health
  • Concord, MA (13 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Clinical Lab Assistant - Pathology Schedule: Per Diem Pay Range: $17.00 - $20.00 / Hourly Shift: Day shift Hours: 8:00-4:30 flexible About this role Support Critical Behind-the-Scenes Patient Care...

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Pathology Laboratory Assistant - Evening

  • Mass General Brigham
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Collaborate with laboratory staff and healthcare providers to ensure timely and accurate specimen processing. Perform other related duties as assigned by laboratory management....

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Lab Assistant I (Phlebotomist), Lab Supp

  • St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
  • Brighton, MA (2 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brighton, MA (2 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Has demonstrated advances skills in all areas of specimen collection, including computer expertise for trouble shooting, downloading and printers....

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Phlebotomist (Laboratory Assistant II) Lab Support (32 Hours, Days, 5A-1:30P) 5A-1:30P, W1 - M,TH,FR, SAT / W2 - SUN, M, TH, FR

  • Boston Medical Center
  • Brockton, MA (21 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (21 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Specimen Processing/Send-Outs Processes specimens including centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling....

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Part-time Phlebotomy Laboratory Assistant, Continuing Education Division - Massasoit Community College

  • Massasoit Community College
  • Canton, MA (13 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Canton, MA (13 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description: The part-time Phlebotomy Laboratory Assistant (PLA) reports to the Associate Dean of Community Education and will work closely with Continuing Education (CE) staff to ensure...

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Pathology Laboratory Assistant Senior

  • Mass General Brigham
  • Newton, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Newton, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 12 days ago

-Transfers samples from racks to the centrifuges and to decant station. -Processes ADDs: locates sample, adds tests to original accession, completes ADDs form....

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Specimen Processor: Per Diem Weekend (Evening Shift)

  • Beth Israel Lahey Hospital
  • Milton, MA (10 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Milton, MA (10 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Communicate information and instructions regarding tests and specimen collection to clients (e.g. patients and/or family members, physicians, other healthcare providers) in a manner appropriate to and...

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Phlebotomist (Laboratory Assistant II)

  • Good Samaritan Medical Center
  • Brockton, MA (21 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (21 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Specimen Processing/Send-Outs Processes specimens including centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling....

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Lab Specimen Processor, 40 hours, Days

  • Beth Israel Lahey Hospital
  • Burlington, MA (9 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (9 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Ability to identify and evaluate proper specimen collection and storage....

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Pathology Laboratory Assistant I

  • Mass General Brigham
  • Salem, MA (14 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Salem, MA (14 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 15 days ago

-Collaborate with laboratory staff and healthcare providers to ensure timely and accurate specimen processing. -Perform other related duties as assigned by laboratory management....

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Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist

  • South County Hospital
  • Wakefield, MA (9 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Wakefield, MA (9 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 17 days ago

Performs phlebotomy in all patient care areas on all age groups, accurately uses the Laboratory Information System to register patients and process lab specimens, reference lab testing and patient...

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Lab Assistant Generalist

  • Mass General Brigham
  • Jamaica Plain, MA (4 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Jamaica Plain, MA (4 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 19 days ago

Centrifuges and aliquots specimens according to department policy. 4. Sorts, stores, and delivers laboratory specimens by department and specimen requirements, as appropriate. 5....

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Pathology Laboratory Assistant

  • APDerm
  • Westford, MA (21 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Westford, MA (21 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 19 days ago

Pathology Laboratory Assistant APDerm - 2.5 Westford, MA Job Details Full-time $19.83 - $26.91 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Laboratory inventory control OSHA Specimen collection / processing Triage...

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Part-time Phlebotomy Laboratory Assistant, Continuing Education Division

  • Massasoit Community College
  • Canton, MA (13 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Canton, MA (13 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 20 days ago

Part-time Phlebotomy Laboratory Assistant, Continuing Education Division Category: Part-time Positions Subscribe: New Job Alerts RSS Job Feed Department: Community Education Locations: Canton, MA...

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Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomist

  • Cambridge Health Alliance
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 21 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 21 days ago

processing, labeling and preparation of specimens as required; creating site batches *performing assigned technical work under the direct supervision of a manager....

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Salary for Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Cambridge, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Tech Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Tech Assistants in Cambridge, MA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.0%
Bachelor's Degree
26.3%
Associate's Degree
18.7%
High School or GED
16.5%
Master's Degree
5.4%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lab Tech Assistants in Cambridge, MA
Less than 1 year
43.8%
None
24.2%
4-6 years
15.2%
2-4 years
13.9%
1-2 years
2.9%


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