Lab Assistant

Overview

Primary

Job Title:

Lab Assistant

Alternate / Related Job Titles:

• Laboratory Assistant
• Clinical Lab Assistant
• Medical Laboratory Support Technician
• Specimen Processing Technician

Location: Clifton, NJ

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

Position Type: Contract

Contract Duration: Approximately 6.5 Months

Start: As Soon As Possible

Pay Rate: $25/hr

Schedule /

Hours:

Sunday–Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

The Lab Assistant performs routine laboratory functions with precision and accuracy to support laboratory professional staff and ensure efficient production. This role supports specimen processing, equipment maintenance, and quality activities while adhering to safety regulations and PPE requirements
. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced laboratory environment while collaborating respectfully with coworkers and internal/external customers.

• Sort and receive laboratory specimens within the department
• Perform routine instrument maintenance on select equipment
• Centrifuge specimens, print labels, record temperature data, and manage specimen storage/retrieval
• Prepare reagents and media as required
• Prepare specimens for testing, including worklists, aliquoting, clot/fibrin checks, inoculation, and slide preparation
• Perform assigned QA/QC duties and resolve pending lists
• Locate missing samples and decontaminate work areas
• Conduct weekly radioactive wipe tests and maintain department records
• Change gas cylinders and dispose of biohazardous materials
• Use laboratory computer systems and PCs
• Complete training and competency checklists as required

This list represents general duties and is not exhaustive.

Required Skills:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently
• Strong attention to detail and ability to retain learned information
• Basic computer skills and comfort using laboratory systems
• Ability to follow safety regulations and PPE requirements

Preferred

Skills:

• Medical assistant training
• Prior exposure to laboratory environments

Additional

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on courtesy and respect
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and customers

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Math and science coursework preferred
• Experience: No prior work experience required

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund

A leading provider of diagnostic information services, empowering healthier lives through data-driven laboratory insights. Leveraging one of the world’s largest clinical lab databases, the organization supports disease identification, treatment, and proactive healthcare management while promoting inclusive care and long-term value.

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, life sciences, financial services, technology, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-00109