Lab Assistant

Labcorp; Lost Hills (CA); On-site; USD 2,445,000 - 3,135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO / FTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in Calabasas, CA. The role involves receiving and sorting clinical lab specimens, preparing them for testing, and data entry of specimen and patient information.

You will ensure equipment functionality, troubleshoot issues, and maintain a clean, safe work environment in a fast-paced production setting. Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, comfort with data entry, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens.
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.
• Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information.
• Ensure lab equipment is functioning and perform minor maintenance.
• Troubleshoot specimen-related issues.
• Replenish bench supplies and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Complete record logs and follow SOPs for safety and quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Strong communication

Basic computer knowledge

Color vision / color blindness test

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team Calabasas, CA.

Work Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday 10:00pm to 6:30am rotating weekends, additional days and hours may be required based on business needs

Job 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

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred Qualification

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

Additional Job Standards:

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

Pay Range: $17.75 - $22.76 per hour. Plus shift differential

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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