Lab Assistant

Actalent; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Lab Assistant - Specimen Processor to support a new lab site. This role involves sorting and preparing specimens for analysis, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and strong computer skills, with opportunities for career advancement in the lab.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's or Technical degree preferred.
• Intermediate computer skills, including typing and 10-key proficiency.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Sort specimens and prepare them for analysis and testing.
• Verify samples and inspect for damage.
• Operate multiple computer software systems.

Skills

Intermediate computer skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree or Technical degree (preferred)

Job description

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Job Title: Lab Assistant - Specimen Processor

Job Description

The specimen processor will support a new local site for the main lab located in Denver, CO. This role involves sorting specimens, entering patient requisitions, labeling specimens, and packaging them for transport to the main lab. The position involves pre-analytical and post-analytical processes of testing, offering a fantastic opportunity to grow a career in the lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Open specimens and pour off into secondary containers for preparation for analysis and testing.
• Verify all samples have arrived, inspect for any damage, remove and dispose of packaging, and move samples for entry.
• Operate multiple computer software systems, remembering which software applies to different samples.
• Verify names on samples match requisitions.
• Handle various sample types including urine, blood, serum, plasma, body fluid, and unknown substances.
• Create labels and label samples after entry into systems.
  
  

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma (Bachelor's degree or Technical degree is preferred).
• Intermediate computer skills, including typing and 10-key proficiency.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Perform work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to work in a fast-paced production environment to meet established turnaround times.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Desire to advance within the lab.
• Experience in multitasking.
  
  

Work Environment

The role is based at the MedTox facility and operates on the 2nd shift, from 3pm to 11:30pm, Monday to Friday. The team consists of 10 people on the 2nd shift, creating a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.80 - $19.80/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Brighton,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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