Lab Assistant

Labcorp • Shelton, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Shelton, Connecticut. The position supports laboratory operations by receiving, sorting, and preparing clinical specimens for testing; entering specimen and patient information; maintaining equipment and supplies; troubleshooting specimen issues; and helping ensure a clean, safe work environment and adherence to quality and safety procedures. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role requires comfort handling biological specimens, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfort handling biological specimens.
• Ability to accurately identify specimens.
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• 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 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

• Three months or more of specimen processing experience.
• Three months or more 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 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 coverage
• 401(k) plan
• 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