LabCorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in San Diego, CA. This role works in a high volume, production based environment performing a vital component of clinical lab science.
Schedule: Monday to Friday 10:30pm - 7:00am. Over time as required.
Job Duties/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 Requirements:
- Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent w/1-2 years of experience
- Previous medical/lab or production experience preferred
- Basic computer knowledge and ability to pass a data entry test
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
- Ability to work in a fast paced production environment and meet established turn-around times
- Strong attention to detail
- 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
- Ability to accurately identify specimens
- Comfortability with handling biological specimens Pay Range: $17.50 - $20.00 per hour plus a 3rd shift differential. Benefits: 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. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information, please click here . Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion 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 of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), 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. We encourage all to apply. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement .