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Quest Diagnostics

Lab Assistant I

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Grand Rapids, MI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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What they do

A Microbiology Laboratory Assistant works in laboratories or hospitals, examining microscopic organisms like bacteria for scientific and medical purposes. Practices safety and sterilization procedures to minimize the risk of any hazardous accidents when working with infectious specimens.

$41,695 / year median in Michigan

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Lab Assistant I - Grand Rapids, MI, Monday to Friday, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with rotational weekends Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training! employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Benefits information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include: Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours 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 Matching gifts program Education assistance through MyQuest for Education Career advancement opportunities and so much more!

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Job Responsibilities:

Provides a wide variety of support for assigned lab department. Picks up samples from accessioning and sorts samples into appropriate racks. Answers phone and directs calls appropriately Unpacks and stores reagents and supplies Inventories and orders warehouse supply items Sorts samples and distributes them to the appropriate setup hood. Manages specimen library within established time frames. Performs waived tests under supervision All other duties as assigned.