Specimen Processor-Per diem

Labcorp • Wayne, NJ

3d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor I to join its team in Wayne, New Jersey. This casual/PRN position supports laboratory testing by preparing, sorting, identifying, labeling, storing, and shipping specimens, along with entering patient information and addressing specimen-related issues. The work takes place in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment and follows established standard operating procedures. The schedule is as needed, with varying start and end times Monday through Friday within 7:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., and rotating Saturdays.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Comfort handling biological specimens.
• Ability to accurately identify specimens.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong data-entry and organizational skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience in a laboratory, accessioning, production, manufacturing, or warehouse environment.
• One or more years of medical or production experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
• Unpack specimens and route them to their respective staging areas.
• Accurately identify and label specimens.
• Pack and ship specimens to the proper testing facilities.
• Meet department activity and production goals.
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples.
• Enter patient information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Resolve and document problem specimens.
• Perform clinical specimen accessioning, sample sorting, and data entry according to established standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), paid time off or flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan.
• Casual employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED