Clinical Laboratory Associate 1

HologicHologicSan Diego, California, United States
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Posted

10/1/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$42k - $64k/year

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Clinical Laboratory Associate 1 is responsible for specimen receipt, accessioning, and data entry into the laboratory information system. They also handle specimen returns, reference lab send-outs, and provide general administrative support while adhering to safety and regulatory guidelines.

Requirements overview

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of experience in data entry. A medical or laboratory background is required, along with strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key skills

Data entrySpecimen handlingLaboratory supportAccessioningClinical laboratory proceduresDetail orientedTyping skillsTime managementCommunicationHIPAA complianceOSHA safety guidelinesLaboratory information system

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Education requirements

high school

About Hologic

Industry

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Employees

7,005

Type

Privately Held

Size

5,001-10,000 employees

We’re an innovative medical technology company whose purpose is to enable healthier lives everywhere, every day. While we discover and develop groundbreaking products and services that benefit everyone, we are especially passionate about those that advance women’s health and well-being. This allows us to be a company that prospers, grows and empowers women to experience healthier lives. None of this would be possible without the talent, skills and aspirations of our employees. Their expertise and dedication to developing and sharing more robust, science-based certainty drives our increasingly global presence, as well as a pipeline that responds to the unmet health and wellness needs of women, families and communities. What powers our growth across Breast & Skeletal Health, Diagnostic Solutions, and GYN Surgical Solutions is also what differentiates us: the exceptional and clinically proven ability of our products to detect, diagnose and treat illnesses and other health conditions earlier and better. This clinical superiority creates high expectations, which we fulfill by always challenging ourselves to improve health through better technology, education and market access. Our goal is to minimize doubt and maximize the confidence our customers and their patients have in their decisions and diagnoses. We work toward this goal every day, always aware that in an increasingly complex and competitive global environment, we must continually earn the trust of our customers and their patients. By focusing on women’s health while still delivering health benefits to everyone, we are setting a new standard of excellence that is strengthened by purpose, driven by passion and brought to life by our promise of more certain early detection and better health outcomes. To view our community guidelines, visit: www.hologic.com/social-media

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Job categories

HealthcareScience & ResearchAdministrative

Description

This is a fully onsite (5 days per week) position based in San Diego, CA. Biotheranostics, a subsidiary of Hologic, Inc., is a leading provider of molecular-based diagnostic, prognostic, and predictive tests that empower physicians to deliver optimal care for cancer patients. As the organization’s hub for oncology, Biotheranostics, referred to as Oncology Services, is committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and delivering high-value solutions for patients and healthcare providers. We are looking to hire a Clinical Laboratory Associate 1 to join our team.  The Clinical Laboratory Associate 1 will be responsible for specimen receipt, accessioning, specimen returns, reference lab send-outs and other lab support processes in a Clinical Laboratory.  Responsibilities:  * Receives and opens clinical packages to prepare the order for testing.  * Identifies order/ specimen problems and works with Client Services and other departments for resolution.  * Performs data entry of the patient orders into laboratory information system (LIS). * Handles specimen returns and send-outs to reference laboratory.  * Performs other routine laboratory support production activities.  * Follows laboratory’s procedures and CLIA, CAP, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines for all of the above processes.  * Performs other clerical and administrative functions within the laboratory operations, and as directed by laboratory management.  * Work schedule may be modified.  Minimum Education/Experience Requirements:  * High school diploma or general education degree (GED)  * 1-2 years of experience in data entry  * Medical background or experience in a laboratory setting  * Detail oriented with regards to data entry and excellent typing skills  * Able to work productively, effectively, and independently in a fast-paced environment  * Ability to handle multiple tasks systems simultaneously  Required Training/Certification:  * On the job training including, but not limited to: HIPAA, and safety procedures.  Shift  * Monday through Friday 7am to 3:30pm The annualized base salary range for this role is $42,400 – $63,600 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.   Agency And Third Party Recruiter Notice Agencies that submit a resume to Hologic must have a current executed Hologic Agency Agreement executed by a member of the Human Resource Department. In addition, Agencies may only submit candidates to positions for which they have been invited to do so by a Hologic Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to the Hologic Recruiter under these terms or they will not be considered.   Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer inclusive of disability and veterans.   #LI-JM1

Requirements

  • •Data entry
  • •Specimen handling
  • •Laboratory support
  • •Accessioning
  • •Clinical laboratory procedures
  • •Detail oriented
  • •Typing skills
  • •Time management
  • •Communication
  • •HIPAA compliance
  • •OSHA safety guidelines
  • •Laboratory information system

Benefits

  • •Bonus eligible

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