Lab Associate I

$36,400 - $36,400/Yr

Quest Diagnostics - Chantilly, VA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Chantilly, VA

5,001-10,000 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Lab Associate I position at Quest Diagnostics in Chantilly, VA, is a full-time role focused on preparing and organizing samples for testing in a clinical laboratory environment. The position involves various responsibilities including specimen handling, equipment maintenance, and data entry, contributing to the overall efficiency and accuracy of laboratory operations. The role operates on a Sunday to Thursday schedule from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and offers opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company known for its diagnostic information services.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and organizes samples for testing, including sample racking, aliquoting, and tube preparation.
• Responsible for labeling, handling, processing, and transportation of specimens.
• Identifies sample problems and assists in resolving them appropriately.
• Prepares testing equipment and assists with preventive maintenance.
• Notifies appropriate technical staff of equipment problems.
• Assists licensed personnel or delegated supervisor in pre-analytic and post-analytic testing activities.
• Prepares pre-analytical reagents and controls using automated or fixed volume measuring devices.
• Submits documentation for approval to use reagents or controls.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of reagents or media using established procedures.
• Maintains inventory of consumable items including reagents and supplies.
• Orders, unpacks, logs, dates, and stores reagents/supplies upon receipt.
• Performs inventory of laboratory items and restocks as necessary.
• Sorts and accession incoming specimens into appropriate LIS and delivers to designated testing.
• Performs data entry or transcribes data for review by licensed personnel.
• Tallies workload data and prepares reports as requested.
• Assists in the performance of quality control procedures.
• Prepares protocols/logs or other appropriate documents.
• Answers phones and transfers or takes accurate messages.
• Maintains confidentiality of client information.
• Ensures laboratory areas are neat, clean, and organized.
• Complies with all health and safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Some college courses preferred.
• Basic knowledge of operating non-complex equipment.
• 1 - 2 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong typing skills desirable.
• Good eye and hand coordination.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a laboratory setting.
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with management, co-workers, and clients.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid holidays
• Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• 15 PTO days in the first year
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours