Lab Assistant

Labcorp • Burlington, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Burlington, North Carolina. The role supports clinical laboratory operations by receiving and preparing specimens for testing, entering and scanning specimen and patient information, maintaining equipment and supplies, and following procedures to support safety and quality. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The position may require overtime or work on other shifts depending on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Comfort handling biological specimens.
• Ability to accurately identify specimens.
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong 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 handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 months of specimen processing experience.
• At least 3 months of medical or 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 Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO) or flexible time off (FTO), tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, as well as casual, intern, and temporary employees, are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work a 7-on/7-off schedule are eligible for the listed benefits except PTO or FTO.

What This Job Offers

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