Laboratory Assistant

Actalent; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for the 3rd shift in Indianapolis. This role involves clerical and technical lab responsibilities, ensuring compliance and accuracy in specimen handling. Ideal candidates will have laboratory skills and a high school diploma or higher. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical and retirement plans.

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 + 6+ months of experience in production or healthcare.
• Experience in phlebotomy, specimen processing, or healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory and compliance standards are met.
• Assist leadership in audit preparation.
• Ship, receive, and track specimens while preserving sample integrity.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Sample preparation & processing

Specimen handling

Phlebotomy certification

Accessioning & packaging

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree in life sciences

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field

Tools

Centrifuges

Refrigerators

pH meters

Microscopes

Job description

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Immediate Job Opening: Laboratory Assistant (3rd Shift)

Are you interested in this opportunity? Apply TODAY by reaching out to

Abby Vaughn at abvaughn @actalentservices.com.

Job Description

Under the guidance of department leadership, the Laboratory Assistant will handle clerical and technical lab responsibilities, ensuring accurate and timely completion of tasks that surpass customer expectations. This role requires initiative, commitment to improving work processes, and alignment with the organization's mission and values. The Laboratory Assistant is essential in delivering life-saving diagnostic services to patients and healthcare providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory and compliance standards are met
• Assist leadership in audit preparation
• Ship, receive, and track specimens while preserving sample integrity
• Classify and process specimens accurately and efficiently
• Verify specimens and documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain sample identity and proper temperature handling
• Conduct accurate data entry using relevant systems
• Proofread documents for spelling, accuracy, and format
• Prepare samples for laboratory testing as needed
• Perform reagent preparation when necessary
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain lab equipment
• Identify and resolve sample discrepancies with clients
• Provide professional phone and email customer support
• Research and resolve issues with timely follow-up
• Maintain and organize departmental records
• Assist with reagent and supply inventory management
• Work weekend and holiday shifts as scheduled
• Train new team members as assigned
• Keep up with competency and continuing education requirements
• Follow all laboratory policies and procedures
  
  

Essential Skills

• Laboratory skills
• Sample preparation & processing
• Specimen handling
• Phlebotomy certification
• Accessioning & packaging
  
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma + 6+ months of experience in production or healthcare
• Associate’s degree in life sciences or a science-related field with fast-paced experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field
• Experience in phlebotomy, specimen processing, or healthcare
  
  

Work Environment

This position requires working Monday to Thursday from 8 PM – 6:30 AM. The lab includes a reference lab, HLA (DNA testing), and testing labs, serving Versiti locations across Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan. Dress code options include scrubs or business casual attire with long pants and closed-toe shoes. Equipment utilized includes centrifuges, freezers, refrigerators, pH meters, and microscopes.

Apply Now for Immediate Consideration

Interviews are being scheduled ASAP, with phone screenings as early as today. Candidates will be reviewed within 24 hours of submitting their applications.

How To Apply Directly

• Send your updated resume along with a brief introduction explaining your interest in the role and preferred method of contact (phone, email, or text) to Abby Vaughn at abvaughn @actalentservices.com.
  
  

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $21.31/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 Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 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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