Specimen Processor Casual

Labcorp • Spokane, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

PAML, a Labcorp company, is seeking a Casual Specimen Processor to join its team in Spokane, Washington. The role performs specimen accessioning, sample sorting, and data entry in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment, following established standard operating procedures. The position introduces and prepares biological specimens for laboratory testing and helps ensure accurate processing and timely, reliable results. The work schedule is flexible.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Proficient computer and typing skills.
• Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Comfort handling human biological specimens, including blood, urine, and tissue samples.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, work in protective equipment, and sit or stand for long periods.
• Strong hand-eye coordination to accurately identify specimens by touch and sight.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment, including under minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Exceptional customer service and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Six months or more of medical office or hospital patient data entry experience.
• Six months or more of specimen processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Introduce and prepare biological specimens for laboratory processing.
• Open specimens and pour samples into secondary containers for analysis and testing.
• Verify that patient demographic information matches the submitted test requisition form.
• Enter patient information into the computer system for tracking.
• Meet production metrics and quality measures to support timely and accurate results.
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas.
• Pack and ship specimens to appropriate testing facilities when required.
• Prepare and store excess specimen samples properly.
• Resolve and document problem specimens.
• Handle and dispose of medical and chemical waste.
• Comply with applicable environmental health and safety policies and procedures.
• Operate automated instrumentation under supervision if necessary.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance, 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