What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Assistant - Environmental Services position at Labcorp?
Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our Environmental Services team in Birmingham, AL.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 4:00am - 12:30pm.
Job Responsibilities
- Handle, transport, and dispose of regulated medical waste, biohazardous materials, and chemical waste according to OSHA, CDC, and facility guidelines. Replace sharps containers and biohazard waste bins, ensuring proper labeling and segregation.
- Assist with spill cleanup under supervision, following appropriate safety protocols. Adhere to infection control standards, PPE requirements, and exposure-control procedures.
- Comply with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and OSHA environmental safety standards. Report unsafe conditions, contamination risks, or equipment issues promptly.
- Maintain cleanliness of specimen drop-off areas, and laboratory support spaces.
- Restock supplies such as disinfectants, PPE, paper products, and waste containers.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
Additional Job Standards
- 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; both written and verbal
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
- Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
At Labcorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference. Apply today!
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging 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 and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), 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. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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