Hospital Reference Test Clerk

Labcorp • Baton Rouge, LA

31d • Onsite

About The Position

LabCorp is seeking a Reference Test Clerk to join our team in Baton Rouge LA. This position will be responsible for preparing and sending specimens and test requests to LabCorp and/or contracted reference laboratory for testing, as well as releasing referral test results into the computer system. The schedule for this position will be Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.
• Comfortability with handling biological specimens
• Ability to accurately identify specimens.
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Strong communication skills; written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
• Well organized and a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must pass a standardized color blindness test.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory specimens for various analysis and testing.
• Research, troubleshoot and resolve customer and specimen problems.
• Send test requests to proper location and release test results.
• Assist clients with any specimen related requests or inquires.
• Process specimens to be sent out to additional facilities.
• Provide support to various areas of the laboratory.
• Perform sample sorting, racking, and retrieving.
• Prepare record logs in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED