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Quest Diagnostics·Royal Oak, Michigan
Lab Assistant I - Microbiology
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The Lab Assistant will perform laboratory tasks and operate instrumentation to support diagnostic information services. The role involves working in a microbiology setting during night shifts with rotational weekend requirements.
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: Part-time employees (29 hours or less per week) are eligible for: Vacation and Health/Flex Time (part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week) 6 Holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week) 401(k) pre-tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service Employee stock purchase plan Education assistance through MyQuest for Education Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness® and so much more!
Job Responsibilities: Provides a wide variety of support for assigned lab department. Picks up samples from accessioning and sorts samples into appropriate racks. Answers phone and directs calls appropriately Unpacks and stores reagents and supplies Inventories and orders warehouse supply items Sorts samples and distributes them to the appropriate setup hood. Manages specimen library within established time frames. Performs waived tests under supervision All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
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Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent. The position requires the ability to work on-site in Royal Oak, MI, during the specified night shift hours.
Market context
Microbiology lab assistant roles in Michigan typically support specimen handling, testing workflows, and dependable coverage across scheduled shifts, including nights. Competition may be stronger for candidates who can work on-site in Royal Oak, meet basic education requirements, and maintain accuracy during routine laboratory procedures; review the original description for shift details and prepare to discuss reliability. Requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, including vacation, holidays, 401(k), education assistance, and an employee stock purchase plan, saving research time.