Lab Assistant

Labcorp•Raritan, NJ

3d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Raritan, New Jersey. The role supports laboratory testing by receiving, sorting, and preparing clinical specimens; entering and scanning specimen and patient information; maintaining equipment and supplies; and addressing specimen-related issues. The Lab Assistant follows standard operating procedures and helps maintain a clean, safe, and quality-focused work environment. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 12:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Overtime or other shifts may be required depending on business needs. The pay range is $17.75–$20 per hour, plus shift differential. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) or flexible time off (FTO), tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan. Eligibility varies for employees scheduled to work fewer than 20 hours per week and for casual, intern, and temporary employees.

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 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.