Lab Assistant

Posted 2 Days Ago
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Jacksonville, FL
In-Office
Entry level
Healthtech • Biotech
The Role
The Lab Assistant will handle clinical lab specimens, prepare them for testing, perform data entry, maintain lab equipment, and ensure a clean workspace while following safety protocols.
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Job Description

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!

LabCorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in Jacksonville, FL.  This role works in a high volume, production based environment performing a vital component of clinical lab science.

Work Schedule: This is a Casual/Per Diem position; hours will be"as needed" and the start and end times will vary on 2nd shift.

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.  Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here

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

Job Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Currently enrolled in an MLT or MLS program

  • Previous medical/lab or production experience is preferred

  • 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

  • Must pass a standardized color blindness test

  • Flexibility to work overtime as needed

If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!

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. 

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The Company
HQ: Burlington, NC
19,796 Employees
Year Founded: 1978

What We Do

We believe in harnessing science for human good. And so we work day and night, around the world, to deliver answers for all your health questions—whether you’re a provider, drug developer, hospital, medical researcher or patient. That means everything from advancing diagnostic testing to helping launch new drugs, to offering new perspectives through data - all drawing from a deep well of scientific expertise. So when you need trusted information to make clear, confident health decisions, consider us your source.

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