Lab Assistant - Core Lab

Job Responsibilities

• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis
• Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information
• Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance
• Troubleshoot any 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

Requirements

• Comfortable with handling biological specimens
• Able to accurately identify specimens
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A basic understanding of standard operating procedures to ensure safety and quality standards

Qualifications

• 3 months or more of specimen processing experience
• 3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience

Additional Job Standards

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet established turn-around times
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Pay

• Comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 10:30 pm - 7:00 am, with rotating weekends

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO

About the Role

Labcorp is a leader in diagnostics, drug development and healthcare innovation. Across every role, we harness data and AI to work smarter, move faster and create breakthrough solutions that improve health outcomes for people. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.