Lab Assistant

Labcorp • Raritan, NJ

5d • $18 - $20

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Raritan, New Jersey. The role supports clinical laboratory operations by receiving, sorting, preparing, and tracking specimens and patient information. It also involves basic equipment upkeep, troubleshooting specimen-related issues, replenishing supplies, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and completing records and administrative tasks. The position follows established Standard Operating Procedures to help ensure safety and quality standards.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. The role may require overtime or work on other shifts depending on business needs. The listed pay range is $17.75–$20 per hour, plus shift differential. Labcorp notes that offers are based on skills, relevant experience, applicable degrees or certifications, internal equity, and market data.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.
• 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 Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, including medical, dental, vision, life, and 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