Specialty Lab Assistant

Labcorp; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp in Portland, OR is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team on 1st shift. You will receive and sort clinical lab specimens, prepare them for testing, and perform data entry to support accurate results.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Preference given to those with healthcare or lab experience; color vision testing may be required, plus overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Comfortable handling biological specimens.
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to multitask.
• Willingness to pass a color blindness test.
• Overtime flexibility as needed.

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.
• Replenish test bench supplies and keep a clean, safe work area.
• Maintain logs and complete administrative duties as requested.
• Follow SOPs to ensure safety and quality standards.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication skills

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

1st 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
• Pay Range: $21.50 - $26.85 per hour

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.

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