Lab Assistant - Triage/Courier
Labcorp
Summary
Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team at Raritan, NJ.
Job description
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday and rotating Saturdays, 8pm-4:30am
Specimen Processor Responsibilities
- Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas
- Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities
- Receive and stack bins of clinical lab specimens weighing up to 50lbs
- Scan specimen bins into system and reconcile against manifest to ensure accuracy
- Deliver trollies weighing upwards of 400lbs to different departments throughout the lab
- Collect empty plastic bins throughout the building and return to the point of entry
- Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested
- Meet department activity and production goals
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards
Driver/Courier Responsibilities
- Load and unload specimens as per requirement, in and out from the vehicle
- Complete pickup and delivery in a timely manner
- Handle all specimens and lab samples in safe and efficient manner
- Safely operate company vehicle and obey all traffic laws
- Utilize handheld electronic device to manage daily picks up
- Work directly with the supervisor/manager for any and all pick-ups as needed
- Evaluate traffic patterns, alternative routes and weather conditions as needed
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid Driver's License and clean driving record
- At least 21 years old
- Comfortable 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 handle the physical requirements of the position
- Able to pass a standardized color blind test
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company overview
Labcorp (Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, providing comprehensive clinical laboratory services and end-to-end drug development solutions. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Burlington, North Carolina, the company operates one of the world's largest clinical laboratory networks, serving patients, physicians, hospitals, and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Labcorp's services encompass a wide range of diagnostic testing, including routine and esoteric tests, as well as clinical trial management, central laboratory services, and biomarker development. The company plays a critical role in healthcare by delivering vital information that enables better medical decisions, supports drug development, and improves patient outcomes. With a strong focus on innovation and technology, Labcorp continues to advance precision medicine and transform healthcare through data-driven insights.