Lab Assistant- Microbiology

Labcorp•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LabCorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in Tampa, FL! This role involves receiving and sorting clinical lab specimens, preparing them for testing, and managing data entry. The Lab Assistant will also be responsible for ensuring equipment is functioning correctly, performing minor maintenance, troubleshooting specimen issues, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Administrative duties such as completing record logs are also part of the role. The position requires adherence to Standard Operating Procedures to maintain safety and quality standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Comfortability with handling biological specimens
Ability to accurately identify specimens
Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
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 sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Nice To Haves

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

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