Lab Assistant - Microbiology

Labcorp • Raritan, NJ

1d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Raritan, New Jersey. The role supports clinical laboratory operations by receiving, sorting, and preparing specimens, recording specimen and patient information, maintaining equipment and supplies, troubleshooting specimen-related issues, and completing administrative records. The Lab Assistant follows standard operating procedures to support safety and quality standards and helps maintain a clean, safe work environment.

The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, with one Sunday per month, from 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The position pays $17.75–$20 per hour, plus a shift differential. Eligible employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week may receive comprehensive benefits.

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.
• 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

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• 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