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Lab Associate II

Quest Diagnostics·San Juan Capistrano, California

$22 - $34/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 19 days ago
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About the role

Provide general support for the Special Chemistry LCMSMS clinical laboratory. Ensure all laboratory policies and procedures are followed while assisting with daily operations.

Lab Associate II - San Juan Capistrano, CA, Tuesday to Saturday, 12

  • 00
  • PM to 8:30 PM (hours vary depending on business needs)

Department

Special Chemistry - LCMSMS - Clinical Laboratory

This non-licensed position is accountable for assisting with general support for the laboratory, following all applicable policies and procedures.

Pay range

$22.48 - $28.94 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits: information:

  • We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
  • Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
  • healthyMINDS mental health program
  • Vacation and Health/Flex Time
  • 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
  • FinFit financial coaching and services
  • 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Annual incentive plans
  • Matching gifts program
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • and so much more!

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma with 2-3 years of lab experience, or a preferred bachelor's degree in biological science or chemistry. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks and lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.

  • high school
  • bachelor degree
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication
  • Excel
  • Word
  • Microsoft Office
  • Outlook
  • Typing
  • Automation Skills
  • Laboratory Information System (LIS)
  • Reagent Stability Knowledge
  • Handling PHI

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$22 - $34/hr
Location
San Juan Capistrano, California
Posted
Jul 8, 2026
Application
Employer website
QD

Hiring organization

Quest Diagnostics

Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors and improve health care...

Salary listed on 672 jobs
IndustryMedical and Diagnostic Laboratories
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Lab associate roles remain steady in California

In California, Lab Associate II openings typically reflect steady demand in healthcare settings that rely on timely specimen processing and STAT support. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for recent specimen-handling experience, advanced lab-process knowledge, and the ability to keep pace with changing workloads. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your recent lab experience and readiness for fast turnaround work before applying.

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