Specialty Lab Assistant

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 a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

LabCorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in Portland, OR.

Work Schedule: 3rd Shift

Job Responsibilities

• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis
• Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information
• Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance
• Troubleshoot any 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 Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred Qualification:

• Current or prior LabCorp experience
• 6 months in the healthcare industry, such as a physician’s office, clinic or hospital
• 6 months of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment
• 6 months experience in a medical/clinical laboratory experience

Additional Job Standards:

• Comfortability with handling biological specimens
• Ability to accurately identify specimens
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet established turn-around times
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed

**Benefits:** Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.For more detailed information , click here. ****

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