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Lab Assistant

South San Francisco CA, USFull-time$42k–$46k2026-11-03 → 2026-11-11

Core

Receiving, sorting, and preparing clinical lab specimens for testing and analysis while ensuring equipment functionality and data accuracy.

Role type

Entry-level clinical laboratory assistant

Builds

Diagnostic test results for healthcare providers, patients, and researchers

Domain

Healthcare diagnostics / Clinical laboratory

Required skills

specimen handling, specimen identification, data entry, laboratory information systems, instrumentation maintenance, SOP compliance, multitasking, color vision discrimination

Preferred skills

prior labcorp experience, medical/clinical laboratory experience, healthcare industry experience

Technologies

Laboratory Information Systems

Responsibilities

Receive and sort clinical lab specimens, Prepare specimens for testing and analysis, Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information, Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance, Troubleshoot any specimen related issues, Replenish test bench supplies as needed, Maintain a clean and safe work environment, Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested

Seniority

Entry-level, hands-on IC