Lab Assistant - Cytology

<div> <p style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;">LabCorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in Burlington, NC. This role works in a high volume, production based environment performing a vital component of clinical lab science.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;">The schedule for this position will beTuesday - Saturday (2:00am - 10:30am).</p> <p><strong>Job Duties/Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Receive and sort clinical lab specimens</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Prepare specimens for testing and analysis</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Troubleshoot any specimen related issues</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Replenish test bench supplies as needed</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Maintain a clean and safe work environment</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards</li> </ul> </div><p><span style="font-size: 8.0pt;font-family: "lucida sans";"><strong>Requirements:</strong></span></p><div> <div> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>High school diploma or equivalent</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Previous medical/lab or production experience is preferred</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Comfortability with handling biological specimens</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Ability to accurately identify specimens</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Ability to work in a fast paced production environment and meet established turn-around times</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Strong communication skills; both written and verbal</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Must pass a standardized color blindness test</li> <li><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span>Flexibility to work overtime as needed</li> </ul> </div> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in;"><strong><em>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!</em></strong></p> </div>