Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician I)

About the role

Quest Diagnostics is recruiting for specimen processors/ lab assistants to join our team in Salisbury, NC. This is a part‑time position, Monday to Friday, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The role offers a pay rate of $17.20+ per hour, with potential annual performance bonus compensation.

Responsibilities

• Data entry of test orders
• Presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory
• Centrifugation and aliquoting
• Process specimens to be sent out to additional facilities
• Prepare laboratory specimens for various analysis and testing
• Identify problems and, in some cases, resolve issues with specimen types such as missing information
• Understand the relationship between tests ordered and specimen received

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent
• No experience required
• Previous experience in a production or medical environment preferred
• Must have flexibility; majority of work on the nightshift, but based on staffing needs weekends, holidays, on call and overtime may be required

Benefits

• Part‑time employees (29 hours or less per week) are eligible for:
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time (if scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• 6 Holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Annual incentive plans
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®

Pay

Pay range: $17.20+ per hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.