Lab Asst IV

Labcorp • Brentwood, TN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Brentwood, Tennessee. The role supports clinical laboratory operations by receiving, sorting, and preparing specimens for testing, entering specimen and patient information, maintaining equipment and supplies, and completing related records and administrative tasks. The Lab Assistant follows standard operating procedures and helps maintain safety and quality standards in a fast-paced production environment.

The work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position requires comfort handling biological specimens, attention to detail, and the ability to meet established turnaround times. Labcorp describes opportunities for growth, continuous learning, and professional challenges. Eligible employees may receive benefits based on their regularly scheduled hours and employment category.

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 within a team environment.
• 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 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

• Three months or more of specimen processing experience.
• Three months or more 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 all 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), subject to eligibility and schedule
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

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