Lab Assistant - Microbiology

Labcorp • Phoenix, AZ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Phoenix, Arizona. The role supports microbiology laboratory operations by receiving and sorting clinical specimens, preparing specimens for testing and analysis, and entering or scanning specimen and patient information. The Lab Assistant also helps maintain equipment and supplies, troubleshoots specimen-related issues, completes records and administrative duties, and follows standard operating procedures to maintain safety and quality. The position works Tuesday through Saturday, 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., with required overtime based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED 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.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment.
• One or more years of experience in a clinical, hospital, reference, or diagnostic laboratory setting.
• One or more years of experience in specimen processing, accessioning, or sample handling.
• One or more years of knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and quality standards.
• One or more years of experience handling blood, urine, tissue, or other biological specimens.
• One or more years of experience using laboratory information systems (LIS) or electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens.
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.
• Scan and/or enter specimen and patient information.
• Ensure lab 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 20 or more hours per week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) or flexible time off (FTO), tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, and casual, intern, and temporary employees, are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible for the listed benefits except PTO or FTO.

What This Job Offers

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