Specialty Lab Assistant

Company: Labcorp
Location: Shawnee Mission
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

LabCorp is seeking a Specialty Lab Assistant to join our Cytology team performing Cytoprep functions in Overland Park, KS. This role works in a high volume, production-based environment performing a vital component of the lab. The schedule for this position will be: Tuesday-Saturday, 5:30am-2:00pm Job Duties/Responsibilities: --- Receive and sort Cytology non-gynecological and gynecological lab specimens --- Prepare specimens for testing and analysis --- Enter requisitions data into LIS --- Process Cytology specimens --- 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 --- Cleaning and maintenance of instruments --- Disposal of both regular and biohazard trash --- Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested --- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards
Requirements: --- Requires college degree or equivalent w/1-2 years of experience in a Cytology processing --- Excellent communication skills necessary to deal effectively with co-workers, clients, and hospital staff. --- A willingness to work in fast paced, high volume laboratory. Data entry skills may be necessary.
--- Good attention to details Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.
For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement .

Keywords: Labcorp, Kansas City , Specialty Lab Assistant, Healthcare , Shawnee Mission, Kansas