Specimen Processor

Labcorp • Boise, ID

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor to join its team in Boise, Idaho. The role performs specimen accessioning, sample sorting, and data entry in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment according to established standard operating procedures. The Specimen Processor prepares and routes biological specimens for laboratory analysis, verifies patient and requisition information, and helps ensure accurate, timely results.

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 accurately identify specimens by touch and sight.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort working under minimal supervision.

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 transfer contents into secondary containers for analysis and testing.
• Verify that patient demographic information matches the submitted test requisition.
• 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 designated staging areas.
• Pack and ship specimens to appropriate testing facilities when required.
• Prepare and store excess specimen samples appropriately.
• 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 when necessary.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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