Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

LabCorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in San Diego, CA. This role works in a high volume, production based environment performing a vital component of clinical lab science.

Schedule:

Tuesday-Saturday from 3:00 AM to 11:30pm. Weekend rotation, holidays and over time as required.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• This is a multi-discipline position with 3 primary components: specimen accessioning, sample splitting/sorting and data entry.

• Prepares laboratory specimens for designated departments/locations prior to laboratory analysis and testing and routes specimens by type to various staging areas.

• Performs all paperwork, non-technical procedures required to process and submit specimens.

• Assigns specific computer-generated identification numbers, checks for accuracy and records all items processed.

• Operates data entry terminals and automated data systems, follows standard sequences/coding when entering data and corrects, edits, and/or verifies data entered automated systems.

• Must be able to perform eSIS audits to resolve any outstanding problems

Requirements:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent w/1-2 years of experience

• Previous medical/lab or production experience preferred

• Basic computer knowledge and ability to pass a data entry test

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks

• Ability to work in a fast paced production environment and meet established turn-around times

• Strong attention to detail

• 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

• Ability to accurately identify specimens

• Comfortability with handling biological specimens

Pay range : $17.50 - $20.00 per hour with a 3rd shift differential.

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 (https://careers.labcorp.com/global/en/us-rewards-and-wellness) .

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:

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion 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 of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), 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. We encourage all to apply.

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