Specimen Processor- Full Time- 3rd Shift

Labcorp • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor to join its team in Houston, Texas. The role introduces and prepares biological specimens for laboratory processing, verifies patient and requisition information, enters data for tracking, and supports timely, accurate testing. It also includes routing, packing, shipping, storing, and resolving specimen issues, and may involve operating automated instrumentation under supervision.

The schedule is third shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., with rotating Saturdays. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, attention to detail, computer and typing skills, and the ability to handle biological specimens and meet the physical requirements of the work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED 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 accurately identify specimens by touch and sight.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• High attention to detail and ability to problem solve.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Current or prior Labcorp experience.
• At least one year of experience in the healthcare industry, such as a physician's office, clinic, or hospital.
• At least one year of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment.
• At least one year of experience in a medical or clinical laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Introduce and prepare biological specimens for laboratory processing.
• Verify that patient demographic information matches the submitted test requisition form.
• Enter patient information into the computer system for tracking.
• Meet key production metrics and quality measures to support timely and accurate results.
• Unpack and route specimens to their designated staging areas.
• Pack and ship specimens to the appropriate testing facilities when required.
• Prepare and store excess specimen samples properly.
• Resolve and document problem specimens.
• Operate automated instrumentation under supervision when necessary.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to schedule eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

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