Laboratory Aide: Early Shift Supporting Diagnostics

Acupath Laboratories, Inc.; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision Insurance

aid time off

Job summary

Acupath Laboratories, Inc. in Plainview, NY, is seeking a Lab Aide to join our CLIA-approved diagnostics division. The role supports lab staff and pathologists by handling semi-skilled tasks and clerical duties critical to the diagnostic process.

You will prepare specimens, follow QC procedures, maintain equipment, organize trays, and report issues to senior staff. The shifts run from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, with a pay range of $20.00–$22.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; previous clinical lab space experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and processes patient specimens for analysis.
• Adheres to quality control procedures to ensure accurate test results.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on lab equipment.
• Loads and unloads automated processors.
• Organizes case trays and slides.
• Identifies and reports equipment/process issues to senior staff.
• Maintains adequate reagent and supply inventory.

Skills

Lab assistance

Specimen handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Acupath Laboratories, Inc. in Plainview, NY, is seeking a Lab Aide to join our CLIA-approved diagnostics division. The role supports lab staff and pathologists by handling semi-skilled tasks and clerical duties critical to the diagnostic process.

You will prepare specimens, follow QC procedures, maintain equipment, organize trays, and report issues to senior staff. The shifts run from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, with a pay range of $20.00–$22.00 per hour.