Lab Assistant
$45,032–$56,950 year
On-site · Tukwila, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Lab Assistant role supporting clinical lab operations at Labcorp/PAML in Tukwila, WA. Responsibilities include receiving and sorting specimens, preparing samples for testing, data entry of specimen and patient information, maintaining lab equipment, troubleshooting specimen issues, replenishing supplies, and adhering to SOPs to ensure safety and quality. Requires high school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred in Medical Lab Science, Biology, or Chemistry. 6+ months hospital or lab specimen processing and clinical/research lab experience are preferred. Able to handle biological specimens, perform data entry, maintain accuracy under fast-paced, high-volume production, and work overtime as needed. Night shift from 9:00 pm to 5:30 am with potential rotating weekends; comfortable in a team or independent work setting and able to pass color blindness testing. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO/FTO, Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science, Biology, Chemistry
- 6 months or more hospital or lab specimen processing
- 6 Months or more in a clinical or research laboratory
- 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
- 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
- Exceptional customer service
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment
- Comfortable working under minimal supervision
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