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Quest Diagnostics

Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician I)

Quest Diagnostics, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646

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Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician I) – Tampa, FL

Monday to Friday, 10:00 PM–6:30 AM with rotational weekends.

We are seeking a specimen processor/lab assistant to join our team at Quest Diagnostics, a Fortune 500 company leading the world in diagnostic information services. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and a willingness to work night shifts are essential.

Pay and Benefits Pay range: $17.75+ per hour. Additional shift differential of 10 % for second‑shift hours and 15 % for third‑shift hours (details provided upon offer). Annual performance bonus compensation may be available.

Benefits include:

Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time employees working 30+ hrs

Best‑in‑class well‑being programs

Annual, no‑cost health assessment program – Blueprint for Wellness®

healthyMINDS mental health program

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

6 holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off

FinFit financial coaching and services

401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option

Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual incentive plans

Matching gifts program

Education assistance via MyQuest for Education

Career advancement opportunities

and so much more!

Job Responsibilities

Data entry of test orders, presort, pickup, and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory;

Centrifugation and aliquoting;

Processing specimens for shipment to additional facilities;

Preparing laboratory specimens for various analyses and testing;

Identifying problems and, when possible, resolving issues with specimen types (e.g., missing information);

Understanding the relationship between tests ordered and specimen received.

Qualifications

HS diploma or equivalent;

No experience required, though prior production or medical environment experience is preferred;

Must have flexibility and work primarily during the night shift. Weekend, holiday, on‑call, and overtime may be required based on staffing needs.

About the Team Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; we will not be responsible for agency fees.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

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