3168 Lab Assistant I

Actalent • Agoura Hills, CA • 11h ago

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant IJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to join our team in a high-volume, production-based clinical laboratory environment. This role plays a vital part in supporting clinical lab science and ensuring accurate and timely specimen processing.

Responsibilities

Receive and sort clinical lab specimens.

Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.

Perform data entry and scanning of specimen and patient information.

Sort specimens by department or pipetting requirements.

Assist with loading/unloading specimens on the pipetting platform, including capping/uncapping, labeling aliquot tubes, resolving errors, and sorting aliquots.

Conduct minor maintenance on lab instrumentation and ensure equipment is functioning properly.

Return specimens to designated locations and manage discard/relocation of specimen racks.

Replenish test bench supplies as needed.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols in compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory standards.

Document quality assurance activities including maintenance logs, instrument checks, troubleshooting, and quality control.

Perform additional duties as assigned by department management.

Essential Skills

High school diploma or equivalent.

Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.

Must pass a standardized color blindness test.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prior experience in a medical, laboratory, or production setting.

Basic computer proficiency and data entry skills.

Work Environment

Lab Assistants work in a fast-paced, production-based clinical laboratory setting. The role involves standing for extended periods (up to 8 hours) and lifting up to 25-40 lbs. It requires handling biological specimens such as blood, urine, and swabs, with strict adherence to safety and sterility protocols. The position includes operating and maintaining lab equipment, including pipetting platforms, and working overnight shifts (e.g., Tuesday-Saturday, 10 PM-6:30 AM) with shift differential pay. The environment is structured, focused on accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards such as CLIA and CAP.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Agoura Hills, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.85 - $21.85/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Agoura Hills,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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