Lab Assistant Hiring Event

$35,776 - $41,600/Yr

Quest Diagnostics - Cleveland, OH

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Cleveland, OH

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Lab Assistant position at Quest Diagnostics involves working in a collaborative laboratory environment to ensure high standards of quality, safety, and integrity in laboratory operations. The role includes performing various tasks related to specimen handling, preparation, and maintenance of laboratory equipment, while also providing opportunities for career advancement through training and development.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen receiving, labeling, handling and preparation.
• Assist with pre-analytical preparation of specimens (e.g., printing labels, uncap/cap specimen tubes, aliquot specimens, prepare racks, worklists, enter/scan specimens and load automated instruments).
• Record digital temperature; notify licensed personnel if temperature is out of range.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance on some equipment.
• Assist in preparation of chemicals, reagents and solutions.
• Clean, organize and maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g., refrigerators, freezers and supply cabinets, as needed).
• Assist with monitoring the department pending and overdue lists, which includes searching, locating, following up and filing appropriate documentation.
• Perform other departmental tasks such as filing, archiving and retrieving slides/blocks, reports, requisitions/other paperwork and answering the telephone.
• Dispose of biohazardous material.
• Enter data in laboratory information systems (LIS).
• Perform QA/QC duties as assigned.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Comply with all health and safety policies, procedures and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required).
• One (1) year full-time experience in a technical or clinical laboratory department (preferred).
• Basic knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and establish work priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• 15 PTO days first year
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Blueprint for Wellness
• Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Training provided!