Night Shift Lab Assistant: Specimen Prep & Data Entry

Labcorp; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp is hiring a Lab Assistant for the 3rd shift in Portland, OR. Responsibilities include receiving and preparing clinical lab specimens, data entry, and maintaining equipment per SOPs. High school diploma or GED is required; prior LabCorp experience and healthcare exposure are preferred.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with overtime as needed. Benefits are described in the job listing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Preferred: prior LabCorp experience.
• 6 months in healthcare settings (physician's office, clinic or hospital) preferred.
• 6 months in assembly/manufacturing or medical/clinical lab experience preferred.
• Comfort with handling biological specimens and accurate specimen identification.
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

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 and replenish bench supplies.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment; complete logs and admin duties.
• Follow SOPs to ensure safety and quality standards.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Labcorp is hiring a Lab Assistant for the 3rd shift in Portland, OR. Responsibilities include receiving and preparing clinical lab specimens, data entry, and maintaining equipment per SOPs. High school diploma or GED is required; prior LabCorp experience and healthcare exposure are preferred.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with overtime as needed. Benefits are described in the job listing.