Third-Shift Lab Assistant: Specimen Processing & Safety

Sonic Healthcare USA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Free lab services for you and your-dep

Competitive benefits (medical, dental,

vision insurance)

Great Place to Work culture

Job summary

Sonic Healthcare USA is seeking a Lab Assistant for the third shift in Austin, TX. This full-time role supports patient care by ensuring specimens are correctly processed, stored, and routed while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The position requires a high school diploma and basic lab equipment operation, with 1–2 years of related experience as a bonus. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, and a 18% differential for third shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing.
• Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a vital part of the patient care process by making sure laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored.
• Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions.
• Work in a laboratory environment with biological hazards and PPE requirements.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

Skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sonic Healthcare USA is seeking a Lab Assistant for the third shift in Austin, TX. This full-time role supports patient care by ensuring specimens are correctly processed, stored, and routed while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The position requires a high school diploma and basic lab equipment operation, with 1–2 years of related experience as a bonus. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, and a 18% differential for third shift.