Hematology Lab Assistant II — Evening/Night Shift

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Tampa, FL is seeking a Lab Assistant II in Hematology. The role supports routine laboratory operations on a 7:00 PM–3:30 AM shift, with pay starting at $17.75 per hour plus potential shift differentials. Responsibilities include specimen handling, LIS data entry, and QA/QC duties.

Qualified candidates have about one year of lab experience and a high school diploma. Benefits and annual incentive plans are described in the posting.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of full-time experience in a technical or clinical lab.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Florida preferred).
• Ability to follow procedures accurately and work with minimal supervision.
• Experience with lab information systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, handle, and prepare specimens.
• Assist with pre-analytical prep and sample processing.
• Record digital temperatures and notify staff when out of range.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance on select equipment.
• Prepare chemicals, reagents, and solutions.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.
• Enter data in LIS and QA/QC duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

LIS

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Tampa, FL is seeking a Lab Assistant II in Hematology. The role supports routine laboratory operations on a 7:00 PM–3:30 AM shift, with pay starting at $17.75 per hour plus potential shift differentials. Responsibilities include specimen handling, LIS data entry, and QA/QC duties.

Qualified candidates have about one year of lab experience and a high school diploma. Benefits and annual incentive plans are described in the posting.