Lab Assistant - Triage/Courier

Labcorp; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in Raritan, NJ. The role includes specimen processing and courier tasks in a fast-paced laboratory environment, with a Mon-Fri schedule and rotating Saturdays.

The position requires a High School Diploma, a valid driver's license, and comfort with biological specimens. Benefits include health plans, 401(k), PTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record preferred.
• Comfortable handling biological specimens and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Unpack and route specimens to staging areas.
• Pack and ship specimens to testing facilities.
• Receive and stack bins up to 50 lbs.
• Scan bins and reconcile against manifest.
• Deliver trollies up to 400 lbs in lab.
• Load/unload specimens from vehicles.
• Complete daily logs and administrative duties.
• Meet department production goals.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment.
• Follow SOPs for safety and quality.

Skills

Driver/Courier experience

Specimen processing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 at Raritan, NJ.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday and rotating Saturdays, 8pm-4:30am

Specimen Processor Responsibilities

• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas
• Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities
• Receive and stack bins of clinical lab specimens weighing up to 50lbs
• Scan specimen bins into system and reconcile against manifest to ensure accuracy
• Deliver trollies weighing upwards of 400lbs to different departments throughout the lab
• Collect empty plastic bins throughout the building and return to the point of entry
• Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested
• Meet department activity and production goals
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards

Driver/Courier Responsibilities

• Load and unload specimens as per requirement, in and out from the vehicle.
• Complete pickup and delivery in a timely manner
• Handle all specimens and lab samples in safe and efficient manner
• Safely operate company vehicle and obey all traffic laws
• Utilize handheld electronic device to manage daily picks up
• Work directly with the supervisor/manager for any and all pick-ups as needed
• Evaluate traffic patterns, alternative routes and weather conditions as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 months or more of driver/courier experience
• 3 months or more of specimen processing experience

Additional Job Standards

• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record
• At least 21 years' old
• Comfortable 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 handle the physical requirements of the position
• Able to pass a standardized color blind test
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed

If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference.

Pay Range: $17.75-$20/hr. + Shift Differential

All job offers will bebased on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicabledegrees/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 toworka 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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