Casual Stat Lab Assistant

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through science, data, technology, and a vast laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address critical health challenges. We leverage advanced technologies and digital solutions to enhance operations and deliver value to customers and patients worldwide.

About the role

PAML, a Labcorp company, is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in Spokane, WA. This role supports our mission to improve health and lives by ensuring accurate and efficient specimen processing in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis
• Scan and/or perform data entry of specimen and patient information
• Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance
• Troubleshoot specimen-related issues
• Replenish test bench supplies as needed
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associates degree in Medical Lab Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related science (preferred)
• 6 months or more of hospital or lab specimen processing experience (preferred)
• 6 months or more in a clinical or research laboratory (preferred)
• Comfortable handling biological specimens
• Ability to accurately identify specimens
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet turn-around times
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Comfortable working under minimal supervision

Pay

$18.15 to $25.32 per hour. All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, internal equity, and market data.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD) insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO) for employees working 20+ hours per week
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employees on a 7 on/7 off schedule receive all benefits except PTO or FTO. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are eligible for the 401(k) plan only.