Lab Assistant IV

Labcorp•Portland, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Portland, Oregon. The role supports clinical laboratory operations by receiving and sorting specimens, preparing them for testing, entering specimen and patient information, and helping maintain equipment, supplies, records, and a safe work environment. The position follows standard operating procedures to support safety and quality standards. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 PM to 2:30 AM, with rotating weekends. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week may be eligible for comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Comfort handling biological specimens.
Ability to accurately identify specimens.
Basic computer knowledge and data-entry skills.
High attention to detail and ability to prioritize and multitask.
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet established turnaround times.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Current or prior Labcorp experience.
Six months of experience in the healthcare industry, such as a physician's office, clinic, or hospital.
Six months of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment.
Six months of medical or clinical laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Receive and sort clinical laboratory specimens.
Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.
Scan and/or enter specimen and patient information.
Ensure laboratory 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.