Lab Assistant
Labcorp
Burlington, NCFresher50m agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in Burlington, NC.
Work Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 11:00pm to 7:30am
Key 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
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet established turn-around times
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
- Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 months or more of specimen processing experience
- 3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience
Additional Job Standards
- Comfortability with handling biological specimens
- Ability to accurately identify specimens