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Laboratory Corporation of America University Internship: Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science Lab Assistant in Raritan, New Jersey
Exciting Opportunity to be part of the LabCorp/Covance 2021 Global Internship 12 Week Program as a Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science Lab Assistant Intern in Rarit an, N J!
Fulfill lab assistant or specimen processor duties while supporting the work of technicians, technologists and scientists in an area of testing in a medical diagnostic laboratory
Learn standard operating procedures for analyzing and storing specimens
Learns how to use laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks
Prepare specimens for testing in laboratory departments through plating, aliquoting, distributing and sorting
Complete meaningful independent projects in assigned area of laboratory
Work under direct supervision and performs general duties as assigned by the designated department
Perform all paperwork, technical, and non-technical procedures required to process and submit specimens
Support the lab by performing data entry, loading instruments, performing maintenance on all types of equipment, gathering supplies for testing
Perform a variety of administrative duties for a designated department including clerical and customer service functions
Contributes to a cohesive team environment
Plans individual workload in coordination with team members.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a Life Science concentration
Previous medical/lab or production experience is a plus
Comfortability with handling biological specimens
Ability to accurately identify specimens
Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
Ability to work in a fast paced production environment
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
Must pass a standardized color blindness test
Shift
1
Schedule
Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm)
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