Specimen Processor Team Lead

Labcorp • Richmond, VA

11d • $18 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processing Team Lead to join their team in Richmond, VA. This role involves assisting in the supervision of day-to-day operations, leading the team in daily processes and procedures, and preparing laboratory specimens for analysis and testing. The position also includes overseeing the routing of specimens, encouraging process improvements, performing quality assurance checks, resolving production errors, and enforcing policies and procedures. The company emphasizes its role as a global leader in laboratory services, advancing diagnostics, and addressing health challenges through technology and innovation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• 3 years or more experience in lab, accessioning, data entry or production.
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast paced environment
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
• Familiarity with laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree
• 2 Years or more experience working in a clinical laboratory
• 2 Years or more experience as a people leader

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of the day to day operations
• Help lead the team in their daily processes and procedures
• Assist with preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
• Oversee routing of specimens to their respective prep areas
• Encourage process improvements and best practices
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy
• Resolve any production errors as requested by management
• Research and resolve any production errors while escalating when necessary
• Engage in continuous process and service level improvements
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy
• Responsible for enforcing and managing policies and procedures
• Perform administrative duties as needed

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• STD/LTD
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

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