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Entrylevel Lab Assistant Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

Quest Diagnostics

Lab Assistant I

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$14.71/hr

Lab Assistant I - Chantilly, VA, Wednesday to Sunday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM Department ... Clinical Laboratory - Serology IFA Entry level role; Performs various routine laboratory functions ...

Inova

Laboratory Technician Assistant 1

Falls Church, VA · On-site

This position is lab specimen processing. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader ... Laboratory Technician Assistant 1 PSC Job Responsibilities: Adheres to CGMP for processing products ...

AmpSeq LLC

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NGS Lab Technician (Part-Time)

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Gaithersburg, MD Job Type: Part-time, Entry Level About Us: AmpSeq is a dynamic and innovative next ... * Assist in troubleshooting and optimizing laboratory workflows to improve efficiency and output ...

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AmpSeq LLC

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NGS Lab Technician (Part-Time)

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Gaithersburg, MD Job Type: Part-time, Entry Level About Us: AmpSeq is a dynamic and innovative next ... * Assist in troubleshooting and optimizing laboratory workflows to improve efficiency and output ...

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NVA

Veterinary Assistant

Herndon, VA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

What You'll Do As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll work alongside our doctors and licensed ... entry-level candidates considered. • Comfortable with venipuncture, lab procedures, and basic ...

Sage Health

Medical Assistant - Baltimore Market

Halethorpe, MD · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Level I New Hire/Entry-Level MA Learn and build foundational clinical and patient care skills in ... Ensure patient charts, lab results, and supporting documentation are complete and available prior ...

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Compuray Medical

Cardiovascular Technologist

Westminster, MD · On-site

$2.0K - $2.8K/wk

... * Assist in cardiovascular lab procedures using angiographic instrumentation such as catheters ... Comprehensive benefits package available Ideal Candidate: * Entry-level with less than one year of ...

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How much do entrylevel lab assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for entrylevel lab assistant in Gaithersburg, MD is $21.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.93 and $24.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Lab Assistant vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectEntrylevel Lab AssistantLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationAssociate's degree or certification in laboratory technology
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, research labs, educational institutionsMedical labs, research facilities, industrial labs
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with sample collection, prepare specimens, maintain lab equipmentPerform tests, analyze samples, record data, operate lab instruments

While both roles support laboratory operations, Entrylevel Lab Assistants typically focus on sample handling and equipment prep, requiring minimal formal education. Laboratory Technicians perform more complex testing and analysis, often needing specialized training or certification. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right role based on their skills and qualifications.

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Lab Assistant I

Quest Diagnostics

Chantilly, VA • On-site

$14.71/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

ExamOne rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

98th of 120 rated laboratories

Job description


Lab Assistant I - Chantilly, VA, Wednesday to Sunday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Department: Clinical Laboratory - Serology IFA
Entry level role; Performs various routine laboratory functions in a precise and accurate fashion to assist the laboratory professional staff and to facilitate production.
Pay range: $17.20+ per hour
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
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
  • Annual incentive plans
  • Matching gifts program
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • and so much more!

Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Organizes specimens and reagents prior to the day technologists' arrival.
  • Identifies missing specimens to Specimen Processing.
  • Stores and prepares order for reagent and materials delivered by the warehouse.
  • Responsible for informing supervisory personnel of suspected problems.
  • Perform specimen receiving, labeling, handling and preparation.
  • Assist with pre-analytical preparation of specimens (e.g., printing labels, uncap/cap specimen tubes, aliquot specimens, prepare racks, worklists, enter/scan specimens).
  • Record digital temperature; notify license-qualified personnel if the temperature is out of range.
  • Perform routine instrument maintenance on some equipment, under direct and constant supervision. Activity must be signed-off by license-qualified personnel.
  • Assist in preparation of chemicals, reagents and solutions that do not require quantitative measurement.
  • Clean, organize and maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g., refrigerators, freezers and supply cabinets, as needed).
  • Assist with monitoring the department pending and overdue lists, which includes, searching, locating, following up and filing appropriate documentation.
  • Perform other departmental tasks such as filing, archiving and retrieving slides/blocks, reports, requisitions/other paperwork and answering the telephone.
  • Dispose of biohazardous material.
  • Perform QA/QC duties as assigned.
  • Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
  • Comply with all health and safety policies, procedures and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications
Education Required:
  • High School Graduate or equivalent required.

Work Experience:
  • Previous laboratory experience and/or training preferred

Physical and Mental Requirements:
  • The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
  • Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
  • Frequent walking and/or standing.
  • May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Extreme willingness to work in a cooperative manner.
  • Required to handle biological samples and potentially hazardous chemicals.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to follow a series of steps without confusion or errors on an ongoing basis and retain the information once learned.
  • Must be detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
  • Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and, Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

About the Team
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

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