Lab Assistant

Labcorp•Boston, MA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Student Lab Assistant to join their team at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA. Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. They advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges by leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions, and data-driven innovation. This role offers the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact on people’s health around the world.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Currently enrolled in the Northeastern Co-Op Program
Comfortability with handling biological specimens
Ability to accurately identify specimens
Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
Ability to work in a fast paced production environment and meet established turn-around times
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Nice To Haves

3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Responsibilities

Receive and sort clinical lab specimens
Prepare specimens for testing and analysis
Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information
Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance
Troubleshoot any 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