Lab Assistant

Labcorp • Austin, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team at Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin, Texas. This casual/per-diem role has as-needed hours, with start and end times that vary. The Lab Assistant works in a high-volume, production-based environment and performs a vital component of clinical laboratory science.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Previous medical or laboratory experience is preferred.
• Prior production experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive and sort clinical laboratory specimens.
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis, including micro setups.
• Perform waived testing and required blind samples and proficiency testing as needed for competency.
• 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

• Employees regularly scheduled to work fewer than 20 hours per week and casual employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week may be eligible for 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED