Lab Assistant - QuantiFERON

Labcorp - Burlington, NC

Full-time

Onsite - Burlington, NC

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Lab Assistant position at Labcorp in Burlington, NC, is a full-time role focused on supporting clinical lab operations in a high-volume production environment. The role involves handling clinical lab specimens, ensuring proper testing procedures, and maintaining quality standards. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about healthcare and looking to contribute to patient care through laboratory science.

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

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan