The Lab Assistant is responsible for receiving, sorting, and preparing clinical lab specimens for analysis. They also perform data entry, maintain lab equipment, and ensure a clean and safe work environment following standard operating procedures.
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Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent
3 months or more of specimen processing experience 3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience Additional Job Standards Comfortability with handling biological specimens Ability to accurately identify specimens Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills Ability to work independently and within a team environment 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 blindness test Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs At LabCorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then LabCorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference. Apply today!
Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.
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A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with a preference for candidates having at least 3 months of medical or laboratory specimen processing experience. Applicants must be comfortable handling biological specimens and be able to pass a color blindness test.
Market context
Florida healthcare employers commonly seek lab assistants to support specimen handling, processing, and basic lab workflows, so candidates with medical laboratory or specimen-processing experience often stand out. This role is competitive because accuracy, comfort with biological specimens, and basic computer skills matter alongside a high school diploma or equivalent. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to any hands-on lab, clerical, or processing experience.