Specimen Processor-Per diem

Labcorp • Wayne, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor I to join its team in Wayne, New Jersey. This casual/PRN position has as-needed hours, with start and end times varying within the stated schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., and rotating Saturdays. The role supports laboratory testing by preparing, sorting, identifying, labeling, storing, and shipping specimens, as well as entering patient information and addressing problem specimens. The work takes place in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment and follows established standard operating procedures. The pay range is $17.75–$20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Comfort handling biological specimens.
• Ability to accurately identify specimens.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong data-entry and organizational skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience in a laboratory, accessioning, production, manufacturing, or warehouse environment.
• One or more years of medical or production experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
• Unpack specimens and route them to their respective staging areas.
• Accurately identify and label specimens.
• Pack and ship specimens to the appropriate testing facilities.
• Meet department activity and production goals.
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples.
• Enter patient information accurately and promptly.
• Resolve and document problem specimens.
• Perform clinical specimen accessioning, sample sorting, and data entry according to established standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan participation is available to casual employees.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED