Entry Level Lab Assistant Jobs
New grad lab assistant jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, with employers like Henry Ford Health, Mercy Health, and UW Health hiring at this level now.
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Summary:
Assists the Laboratory Resources Coordinator with various duties as assigned. Responsible for maintaining adequate supply inventory levels for all laboratory departments. Responsible for receiving inventory, stocking inventory, reconciliation of packing slips, and resolution with vendors. Performs all forms of clerical duties as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Assists with maintaining adequate supply inventory levels for all laboratory departments by performing weekly, bi-monthly, and monthly inventory, as assigned.
- Responsible for receiving inventory, stocking inventory, and reconciliation of packing slips. Responsible for problem resolution with vendors, and other entities, as assigned.
- Assists with supply orders by entering into the HSS ordering system; places orders to the vendor, as assigned.
- Assists with completing monthly reports, as assigned.
- Assists with the processing and maintenance of laboratory records and reports; audits/reconciles invoices, as assigned.
- Assists with obtaining demographic information for STD reports; distributes/files as required.
- Miscellaneous duties such as copying, scanning, printing, organization of files, filing, etc. Creates correspondence, letters, and memos as requested. Creates graphs and meeting materials for presentation via Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Publisher, and Word software, as requested.
- Works as a team member to perform and complete all assignments, to provide timely results on a daily basis. Completes tasks or special projects within the time frame allowed per any guidelines established as assigned by Laboratory Resources Coordinator, Section Supervisor, Manager, or Director.
- Continuing education and development – attends, listens by tape, or reads material of 10-12 in-house educational programs per year.
- Practices safety, infection control, and security as defined by the hospital department and section policy and procedure manuals; follows all safety and infection control procedures including wearing appropriate PPE for assigned job functions; disposes of biohazardous materials and hazardous chemicals as established by the departmental policy; all patient information, including lab results, are maintained in the strictest of confidence, limited to health care professionals needing this information to perform patient care.
- Follows and adheres to HIPAA laws and regulations; follows and adheres to privacy & confidentiality laws and regulations specifically relating to personnel issues, personnel file contents, etc. in addition to all patient information.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience
- None Required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- None required
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
Summary:
Assists the Laboratory Resources Coordinator with various duties as assigned. Responsible for maintaining adequate supply inventory levels for all laboratory departments. Responsible for receiving inventory, stocking inventory, reconciliation of packing slips, and resolution with vendors. Performs all forms of clerical duties as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Assists with maintaining adequate supply inventory levels for all laboratory departments by performing weekly, bi-monthly, and monthly inventory, as assigned.
- Responsible for receiving inventory, stocking inventory, and reconciliation of packing slips. Responsible for problem resolution with vendors, and other entities, as assigned.
- Assists with supply orders by entering into the HSS ordering system; places orders to the vendor, as assigned.
- Assists with completing monthly reports, as assigned.
- Assists with the processing and maintenance of laboratory records and reports; audits/reconciles invoices, as assigned.
- Assists with obtaining demographic information for STD reports; distributes/files as required.
- Miscellaneous duties such as copying, scanning, printing, organization of files, filing, etc. Creates correspondence, letters, and memos as requested. Creates graphs and meeting materials for presentation via Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Publisher, and Word software, as requested.
- Works as a team member to perform and complete all assignments, to provide timely results on a daily basis. Completes tasks or special projects within the time frame allowed per any guidelines established as assigned by Laboratory Resources Coordinator, Section Supervisor, Manager, or Director.
- Continuing education and development – attends, listens by tape, or reads material of 10-12 in-house educational programs per year.
- Practices safety, infection control, and security as defined by the hospital department and section policy and procedure manuals; follows all safety and infection control procedures including wearing appropriate PPE for assigned job functions; disposes of biohazardous materials and hazardous chemicals as established by the departmental policy; all patient information, including lab results, are maintained in the strictest of confidence, limited to health care professionals needing this information to perform patient care.
- Follows and adheres to HIPAA laws and regulations; follows and adheres to privacy & confidentiality laws and regulations specifically relating to personnel issues, personnel file contents, etc. in addition to all patient information.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience
- None Required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- None required
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
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Entry Level Lab Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level lab assistant job?
Employers hiring at this level look for hands-on experience from coursework, internships, or volunteer lab work, along with familiarity with basic safety protocols and lab equipment. Highlighting relevant coursework projects, certifications like OSHA 10, and any time spent in a clinical, research, or academic lab setting gives candidates a clear edge over applicants with a generic resume.
Which companies hire entry level lab assistants?
Companies hiring entry level lab assistants right now include Henry Ford Health, Mercy Health, and UW Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of hospital systems, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and commercial testing labs, many of which actively recruit new graduates and candidates with limited prior experience.
Are there remote entry level lab assistant jobs?
Yes, though most lab assistant roles are on-site by nature. About 4% of entry level lab assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and these positions tend to involve data entry, sample logging, or administrative lab support rather than direct bench work. On-site roles remain the clear majority at this experience level.
Are these new grad lab assistant jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior lab assistant roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or practicum hours in place of full-time work, or lists a degree as the primary qualification. Searching for new grad openings here surfaces roles that explicitly invite candidates who are just starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level lab assistants?
Entry Level lab assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive the most entry level hiring because they run high sample volumes, maintain regulatory compliance requirements, and have structured training programs that make it practical to bring on candidates without prior full-time lab experience.