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Lab Assistant- Full Time- 3rd Shift

Labcorp
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jun 2026

About the role

Labcorp is a leader in diagnostics, drug development and healthcare innovation. Across every role, we harness data and AI to work smarter, move faster and create breakthrough solutions that improve health outcomes for people. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.


Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in Houston, TX.

Work Schedule:  Monday to Friday with rotating Saturday. 10pm to 6:30am or 1am to 9:30am

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 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent  

Preferred Qualification: 

  • Current or prior Labcorp experience 

  • 1 year or more of experience in the healthcare industry, such as a physician's office, clinic or hospital 

  • 1 year of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment 

  • 1 year or more of experience in a medical/clinical laboratory experience 

Additional Job Standards:  

  • 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 

  • Able to pass a standardized color blindness test  

  • Flexibility to work overtime as needed 

 

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicabledegrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

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. Employees regula

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