Lab Assistant - Cytogenetics Wet Lab

Work Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Overtime required based on business needs.

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

• One years or more of experience in the healthcare industry, such as a physician's office, clinic or hospital

• One year of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment

• One years or more of experience in a medical/clinical laboratory experience

Additional Job Standards:

• Comfortability with handling biological specimens

• Able to accurately identify specimens

• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills

• High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask

• Able to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet established turn-around times

• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal

• Able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time

• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

• Able to work overtime as needed

At Labcorp we have a passion in 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!

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, please  click here.