Senior Lab Assistant - Microbiology Job at Labcorp, Miami, FL

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  • Labcorp
  • Miami, FL

Job Description

Senior Lab Assistant - Microbiology at Labcorp summary:

The Senior Lab Assistant at LabCorp performs critical tasks in a high-volume clinical microbiology lab, including receiving, sorting, and preparing specimens for testing and analysis. This role involves maintaining lab equipment, troubleshooting specimen issues, performing data entry, and adhering to safety and quality protocols. The position requires attention to detail, relevant laboratory experience, and strong communication skills to support accurate and timely lab operations.

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

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 2:30pm - 11:00pm (rotating weekends).

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. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please  click here .

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

In order to ensure the safety of our patients, this position requires as part of the post-offer onboarding process, successful completion of medical surveillance testing which includes: TB testing; proof of immunity or vaccination for Hepatitis B, Varicella, and MMR; and color blind deficiency testing (if required by position). Labcorp will consider reasonable accommodations If you need an exemption due to a medical contraindication/disability or religious belief.

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!

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. A dditionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. 

We encourage all to apply

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Keywords:

clinical microbiology, laboratory technician, specimen processing, data entry, lab equipment maintenance, quality control, patient specimen handling, medical lab, laboratory safety, sample preparation

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Casual work, Relief, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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