Oncology Lab Support Associate

Quest Diagnostics; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits from Day 1

Well-being programs

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Lewisville is seeking a Client/Lab Associate - Oncology I to support the Oncology department by processing test orders and handling specimen blocks and slides. The role requires learning compliance regulations related to Oncology test ordering and maintaining accuracy in documentation.

The position emphasizes organization, independent work, and adherence to safety practices while supporting quality outcomes in a fast-paced lab setting in Lewisville, TX.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Some College 2–3 years preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years lab experience required.

Responsibilities

• Handle all paraffin tissue blocks/slides and Oncology specimens.
• Identify Oncology specimens in kits/bags and prioritize per protocol.
• Open and sort specimens according to priority for Quality Check of blocks.
• Process samples in multiple systems and determine electronic/manual/shared orders.
• Capture images of blocks and scans into repository.
• Understand and apply compliance policies related to test ordering.
• Investigate missing specimens and perform trash checks as needed.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Typing 30 wpm & 10-key

Excel experience

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some College courses (2–3 years)

Tools

Optimaxx

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Lewisville is seeking a Client/Lab Associate - Oncology I to support the Oncology department by processing test orders and handling specimen blocks and slides. The role requires learning compliance regulations related to Oncology test ordering and maintaining accuracy in documentation.

The position emphasizes organization, independent work, and adherence to safety practices while supporting quality outcomes in a fast-paced lab setting in Lewisville, TX.