Lab Assistant

Labcorp • Greenville, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Greenville, North Carolina. The role supports laboratory operations by receiving, sorting, and preparing clinical specimens for testing; entering specimen and patient information; maintaining equipment and supplies; and following procedures that support safety and quality standards. The position requires comfort handling biological specimens, careful and accurate work, and the ability to meet turnaround times in a fast-paced production environment.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts may be needed depending on business needs. 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 or flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan.

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.

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
• 401(k)
• 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