Sr Lab Assistant for Referrals Department

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 Lab Assistant to join our team in Seattle, WA. This role works in a high volume, production-based environment performing a vital component of clinical lab science. 

**Pay Range: $21.27 - $32.09 per hour 

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement between Dynacare Northwest, Inc. and United Food and Commercial Workers Union, Local 21.  

Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday 1:00 am - 9:30am

Benefits: 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), accrue up to 18 days of Annual Leave per year (includes 8 holidays) and Sick Leave (0.0333) hours of sick leave for each hour of work) capped at 64 hours per year, Tuition Reimbursement and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.    

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 

Job Requirements 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• 2 year of relevant experience is required  

• Prior knowledge of specimen acceptability is a plus  

• 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 

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