Specialty Lab Assistant- PRN- 3rd Shift

Labcorp • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Specialty Lab Assistant to join its team in Houston, Texas. This casual/per-diem role works on the third shift, with hours as needed. The assistant receives and sorts clinical laboratory specimens, prepares them for testing and analysis, enters or scans specimen and patient information, and helps maintain equipment, supplies, records, and a clean and safe work environment. The role follows Standard Operating Procedures to uphold safety and quality standards and requires comfort handling biological specimens, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

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.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Current or prior Labcorp experience.
• At least one year of medical or clinical laboratory experience.
• At least one year of experience in specimen acceptability.

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

• Casual employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED