Lab Assistant

Labcorp•Baltimore, MD

6d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team at Ascension St Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland. This role works in a high-volume, production-based environment and performs a vital component of clinical lab science. The position involves handling and preparing clinical specimens, entering specimen and patient information, supporting laboratory equipment and supplies, resolving specimen-related issues, and maintaining a clean and safe work area while following standard operating procedures. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with rotating holidays. Flexibility to work overtime as needed is required. The pay range is $18.00–$23.52 per hour. Labcorp describes opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge, and meaningful work.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Comfort handling biological specimens.
Ability to accurately identify specimens.
Basic computer knowledge and data-entry skills.
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 sit and/or stand for extended periods.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of medical, laboratory, or production experience in a hospital laboratory setting.

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 functioning 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.