Lab Assistant - Microbiology

Labcorp • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Phoenix, Arizona. The role supports laboratory operations by receiving, sorting, preparing, and documenting clinical specimens for testing and analysis. The assistant helps maintain equipment and supplies, troubleshoots specimen issues, and follows standard operating procedures to support safety and quality standards. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., with required overtime based on business needs.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment.
• One or more years of experience in a clinical, hospital, reference, or diagnostic laboratory setting.
• One or more years of experience in specimen processing, accessioning, or sample handling.
• One or more years of knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and quality standards.
• One or more years of experience handling blood, urine, tissue, or other biological specimens.
• One or more years of experience using laboratory information systems (LIS) or electronic medical record systems.

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.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED