Lab Assistant - Core Lab

Job Location and Schedule

Holyoke, MA.

Work Schedule:

Saturday‑Wednesday, 10:00pm‑6:30am.

• 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 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.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 3 months or more of specimen processing experience.
• 3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience.

• 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 (written and verbal).
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Salary: $20.25‑$23.25/hr + shift differential.

Benefits for employees scheduled 20 or more hours per week include medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and employee stock purchase plan. Employees scheduled less than 20 hours, casual, intern, and temporary employees are eligible only for the 401(k) plan.

Employees on a 7on/7off schedule receive all benefits except paid time off or flexible time off.

Labcorp encourages applicants with disabilities to apply and offers accommodations. Labcorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not tolerate discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of legally protected characteristics. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will also be considered in accordance with applicable law.