Specimen Processor

Labcorp•Anchorage, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PAML, a Labcorp company, is seeking a Specimen Processor to join its team in Anchorage, Alaska. The position performs specimen accessioning, sample sorting, and data entry in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment according to established standard operating procedures. The role introduces and prepares biological specimens for laboratory testing, ensures accurate tracking and processing, and supports timely, accurate results. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with additional hours and rotating Saturdays as needed. Candidates must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Preferred qualifications include six months or more of medical office or hospital high-volume data entry experience and six months or more of specimen processing experience. Employees regularly scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, subject to the stated exceptions and eligibility conditions.

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 eye-hand coordination to identify specimens accurately by touch and sight.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment, including with minimal supervision.
Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Six months or more of medical office or hospital high-volume 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 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.
Follow applicable environmental health and safety policies and procedures.
Operate automated instrumentation under supervision if necessary.
Perform specimen accessioning, sample sorting, and data entry according to established standard operating procedures.