Microbiology Lab Technician — Early Morning Shift & Impact

LabCorp; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO

FTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp in Overland Park, KS is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our clinical laboratory team. This role supports processing and preparing specimens, data entry, and ensuring safety standards.

You will sort specimens, perform basic instrumentation maintenance, and help maintain a clean, efficient work environment in a fast-paced production setting.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED; preferred candidates have prior Labcorp experience or healthcare exposure.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail is essential for handling specimens and documenting results.
• Data entry accuracy is required for patient and specimen information.
• Strong communication helps coordinate with lab staff and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens.
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.
• Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information.
• Ensure lab equipment is functioning and perform minor maintenance.
• Troubleshoot specimen-related issues.
• Replenish test bench supplies as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested.
• Follow all SOPs to ensure safety and quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Labcorp in Overland Park, KS is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our clinical laboratory team. This role supports processing and preparing specimens, data entry, and ensuring safety standards.

You will sort specimens, perform basic instrumentation maintenance, and help maintain a clean, efficient work environment in a fast-paced production setting.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED; preferred candidates have prior Labcorp experience or healthcare exposure.