Microbiology Prep Technician I — Rotating Shifts

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Inc in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking a laboratory support professional to assist with data entry, specimen processing, and basic testing tasks. The role requires careful data handling, reliable computer use, and teamwork to ensure accurate patient results.

The position involves rotating weekend shifts and working in a fast-paced lab environment, with duties across data entry, specimen preparation, and preliminary testing under supervision.

Qualifications

• Must have good computer skills and attention to detail.
• Lab experience is desired (High School Diploma or higher).

Responsibilities

• Data entry and answering phones.
• Process specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Plate specimens for microbiology testing.
• May perform initial phases of testing.
• Works alongside technologists assisting produce patient results.
• Sorting incoming specimens, prioritizing and immediately processing STAT and other critical tests.
• Must be able to work in two computer systems proficiently.

Skills

Computer skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or higher

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Data entry systems

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Inc in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking a laboratory support professional to assist with data entry, specimen processing, and basic testing tasks. The role requires careful data handling, reliable computer use, and teamwork to ensure accurate patient results.

The position involves rotating weekend shifts and working in a fast-paced lab environment, with duties across data entry, specimen preparation, and preliminary testing under supervision.