Specialty Lab Assistant

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 Specialty Lab Assistant to join our team in Portland, OR. This role works in a high volume, production-based environment performing a vital component of clinical lab science.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm
Work Location: Portland, OR
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
Job Responsibilities:

• Receive and sort and disperse lab specimens
• Cytology processing, HPV aliquoting
• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis including send out and return of material
• Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information
• Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance
• Disposal of lab reagents
• Inventory assistance
• Troubleshoot 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
• Pulling tissue blocks for technical team orders
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards

Job 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
• Ability to lift a minimum of 10 lbs
• 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!
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