Night Shift Lab Technician II – Toxicology

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Annual incentive plans

Vacation and health/flex time

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Lab Assistant II to support Toxicology (Pain Management) during Monday–Friday night shifts (11:00 PM–7:30 AM). You will handle specimen receiving, labeling, preparation, and data entry into LIS while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.

Included are shift differentials of 10% for certain second-shift hours and 15% for some third-shift hours, plus possible annual bonus.

Qualifications

• 1 year of full-time experience in a technical or clinical laboratory department is required.
• Strong detail orientation and ability to follow procedures with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; familiarity with laboratory information systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and prepare specimens.
• Perform pre-analytical prep and load automated instruments as needed.
• Record digital temperature and notify staff if out of range.
• Carry out routine instrument maintenance on some equipment.
• Prepare chemicals, reagents, and solutions.
• Maintain organized work area and manage lab supplies.
• Enter data into LIS and perform QA/QC duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Communication skills

Confidentiality

MS Office & LIS

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

LIS

MS Office

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Lab Assistant II to support Toxicology (Pain Management) during Monday–Friday night shifts (11:00 PM–7:30 AM). You will handle specimen receiving, labeling, preparation, and data entry into LIS while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.

Included are shift differentials of 10% for certain second-shift hours and 15% for some third-shift hours, plus possible annual bonus.