Specialty Lab Assistant - Histology

Labcorp; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Specialty Lab Assistant to join our Histology team at Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, MD. The role involves preparing specimens, labeling, packaging, and data entry, with an overnight shift from 12:00am to 8:30am.

You will handle biological specimens, maintain accurate documentation, and support production goals while working in a collaborative lab environment. The organization emphasizes quality, safety, and timely processing of samples.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year or more experience in lab or medical environment preferred.
• Associate degree in Chemical or Biological Science or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas.
• Accurately identify and label specimens.
• Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities.
• Meet department activity and production goals.
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples.
• Disposal of waste reagents and biohazardous waste.
• Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner.
• Resolve and document any problem specimens.
• Monitors supplies and inventory for areas of the lab as directed by management.
• Properly unpack and put away supplies and inventory.

Skills

Data entry

Teamwork

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Chemical or Biological Science or equivalent

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 Specialty Lab Assistant to join our Histology team at Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, MD.

Work Schedule

Shift 3, Monday-Friday, 12:00am to 8:30am

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas
• Accurately identify and label specimens
• Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities
• Meet department activity and production goals
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples
• Disposal of waste reagents and biohazardous waste
• Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
• Resolve and document any problem specimens
• Monitors supplies and inventory for areas of the lab as directed by management
• Properly unpack and put away supplies and inventory

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year or more of experience in a lab or medical environment
• Associate degree in Chemical or Biological Science or equivalentin

Additional Job Standards

• Comfortable handling biological specimens
• Ability to accurately identify specimens
• Experience working in a team environment
• Strong data entry and organizational skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs.
• Fine motor coordination and good visual acuity with ability to distinguish major colors
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

At Labcorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step!

Pay Range

• Pay Range: – $17.75 - $23.00 per hour

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

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. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, pleaseclick here.

Labcorp Is Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.