Specimen Processor- Full Time- 3rd Shift

Labcorp • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor to join its team in Houston, Texas. The role prepares and routes biological specimens for laboratory testing, verifies patient and requisition information, enters data into computer systems, and helps ensure accurate and timely results. The position may also involve operating automated instrumentation under supervision.

The schedule is Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM, with one rotating Tuesday shift per month. The minimum qualification is a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Preferred qualifications include prior Labcorp experience and at least one year of experience in healthcare, production, or a medical or clinical laboratory.

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.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• 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 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 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)
• 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