Lab Assistant II

Quest Diagnostics; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lab Assistant II for the night shift in Pittsburgh. This role involves performing essential laboratory functions, including specimen handling, preparation, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to employee health and well-being, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one for full-time employees. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees

15 PTO days first year

Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Opportunity

401(k) with matching contributions

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Opportunities for career advancement

Training provided

Qualifications

• 1 year full-time experience in a technical or clinical laboratory.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen receiving, labeling, and preparation.
• Assist with pre-analytical preparation and data entry in LIS.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to follow procedures

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Laboratory Information Systems

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Overview

Lab Assistant II - Pittsburgh, PA (Night Shift) Monday to Friday 11:00pm-7:30am

Department: Toxicology

Performs various routine laboratory functions in a precise and accurate fashion to assist the laboratory professional staff and to facilitate production.

Pay Range: Minimum of $17.75+ per hour + 15% Shift Differential

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: We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

1. Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
2. 15 PTO days first year
3. Paid Holidays
4. Annual Bonus Opportunity
5. 401(k) with matching contributions
6. Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
7. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
8. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
9. Blueprint for Wellness
10. Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours
11. Opportunities for career advancement
12. Training provided!

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen receiving, labeling, handling and preparation.
• Assist with pre-analytical preparation of specimens (e.g., printing labels, uncap/cap specimen tubes, aliquot specimens, prepare racks, worklists, enter/scan specimens and load automated instruments).
• Record digital temperature; notify licensed personnel if temperature is out of range.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance on some equipment.
• Assist in preparation of chemicals, reagents and solutions.
• Clean, organize and maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g., refrigerators, freezers and supply cabinets, as needed).
• Assist with monitoring the department pending and overdue lists, which includes, searching, locating, following up and filing appropriate documentation.
• Perform other departmental tasks such as filing, archiving and retrieving slides/blocks, reports, requisitions/other paperwork and answering the telephone.
• Dispose of biohazardous material.
• Enter data in laboratory information systems (LIS).
• Perform QA/QC duties as assigned.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Comply with all health and safety policies, procedures and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience: One (1) year full-time experience in a technical or clinical laboratory department.

Preferred Work Experience: N/A

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge: Basic knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Must demonstrate the ability to follow a series of steps without confusion or errors on an ongoing basis and retain the information once learned.
• Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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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.