Microbiology Lab Assistant

Labcorp • Phoenix, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Phoenix, Arizona. The role supports laboratory operations by receiving and processing clinical specimens, maintaining equipment and supplies, and following established procedures to ensure safety and quality. The position is scheduled for the day shift, Sunday through Thursday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Overtime may be required based on business needs.

Labcorp is a global laboratory services company that provides information and insights to healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems. It uses science, data, technology, and its laboratory network to advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address health challenges.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED 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.
• 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 laboratory specimens.
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.
• Scan and/or enter specimen and patient information.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is functioning 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

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are 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.
• 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