Specimen Processor- Full Time- 3rd Shift

Labcorp • Dallas, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor to join its team in Dallas, Texas. The role introduces and prepares biological specimens for laboratory processing, verifies patient and requisition information, enters data into computer systems, and helps ensure specimens are routed, stored, and shipped correctly. The processor also resolves and documents problem specimens, meets production and quality measures, and may operate automated instrumentation under supervision when needed.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. The role involves handling human biological specimens, including blood, urine, and tissue samples, and may require protective equipment and extended periods of sitting or standing.

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 identify specimens accurately by touch and sight.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and ability to problem solve.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

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

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 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.
• Operate automated instrumentation under supervision if 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED