Specialty Lab Assistant - Histology Accessioning

Labcorp•San Diego, CA

3d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in San Diego, CA. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 10:00pm-6:30am rotating weekends, additional days and hours may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
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 sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Nice To Haves

Current or prior Labcorp experience
3 months or more of experience in the healthcare industry, such as a physician's office, clinic or hospital
3 months or more of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment
3 months or more of experience in a medical/clinical laboratory experience

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