Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician I)
About The Position
Quest Diagnostics is recruiting for specimen processors/ lab assistants to join our team! This role is ideal for individuals with strong organization skills and attention to detail looking to kick-start their career with a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services. The position is located in Tampa, FL, with a work schedule of Monday to Friday, 8:00 PM to 4:30 AM, and includes rotational weekends. The pay range is $18.33+ per hour, with potential shift differentials for second and third shifts. Salary offers are determined by a variety of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, and market/organizational factors. Successful candidates may also be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.
Requirements
- HS diploma or equivalent
- No experience required
Nice To Haves
- 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
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
- Identifies problems and in some cases, may resolve issues with specimen types such as missing information etc.
- Understands the relationship between tests ordered and specimen received
Benefits
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program
- Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
