Lab Assistant I

Quest Diagnostics; Upper Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diagnostic information provider is seeking a Lab Assistant I for an on-call position in Neptune, NJ. The role involves supporting lab operations, managing samples, and assisting with tests, ideal for someone with a high school diploma and a keen attention to detail.

Benefits

401(k) Plan with company match

Performance bonus eligibility

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provides variety of support for assigned lab department.
• Sorts samples and manages specimen library.
• Performs waived tests under supervision.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Lab Assistant I - Neptune, NJ - On-CallQuest Diagnostics is hiring a Lab Assistant I in Neptune, NJ. This role is a hospital-based position at Jersey Shore.

Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!

Pay Range: $17.20 - $23.48 / hour; Employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:

Quest Diagnostics provides employees the opportunity to invest in the future through a 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month, and after one year, a fully vested company match up to 5% of pay.

On-call employees are eligible for:

• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides a wide variety of support for assigned lab department.
• Picks up samples from accessioning and sorts samples into appropriate racks.
• Answers phone and directs calls appropriately
• Unpacks and stores reagents and supplies
• Inventories and orders warehouse supply items
• Sorts samples and distributes them to the appropriate setup hood. Manages specimen library within established time frames.
• Performs waived tests under supervision
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

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EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.