Microbiology Lab Assistant

Labcorp • Phoenix, AZ

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Phoenix, Arizona. The role supports laboratory operations by receiving, sorting, and preparing clinical specimens for testing and analysis, and by entering or scanning specimen and patient information. It also involves maintaining equipment and supplies, addressing specimen-related issues, completing records and administrative tasks, and following Standard Operating Procedures to support safety and quality.

The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., with required overtime based on business needs. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and be comfortable handling biological specimens. The position requires attention to detail, basic computer and data-entry skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while meeting turnaround times.

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 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-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to schedule and eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

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