Entry-Level Specimen Processor - Hiring ASAP

Actalent; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth post-tax benefits

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is hiring for multiple entry-level laboratory positions in Dublin, OH. The roles involve processing samples, scanning, data entry, packaging, and operating laboratory equipment in a production-based environment.

Candidates should have high school diploma or GED and prior work experience in fast-paced or healthcare settings. Shifts are overnight Tuesday–Saturday with overtime potential; this is a fully onsite, permanent role.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role in scientific field; no degree required.
• Must have completed High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Scan samples into the system.
• Perform data entry and processing of samples.
• Package samples and load into machinery/equipment.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment.
• Assist with specimen-related requests and inquiries.

Skills

Data entry

Healthcare environment

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Currently hiring for multiple long-term openings in a medical laboratory to help process samples and specimens. This is an entry-level role (no degree required) and will primarily focus on processing, scanning, packaging, loading vials/samples into appropriate machinery, and performing data entry for various human based specimens/tests.

An ideal candidate will have consistent work experience and at least some experience in a fast paced or medical/healthcare environment. These are all full-time positions plus overtime as needed. The current shifts available are 11:30pm - 8am, Tuesday - Saturday (plus overtime).

Description:

This is a lab-based environment. Candidates will work mostly on their own in sectioned off areas. The department has 80 total employees. There is no patient contact. They are helping process lab samples in a production-based environment.

• Primary duties will include scanning samples into the system, performing data entry, processing and sorting samples, inserting samples into appropriate machinery/equipment, and packaging them up in the laboratory

• Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis

• Research, troubleshoot and resolve customer and specimen problems

• Send test requests to proper location and release test results

• Assist clients with any specimen related requests or inquires

• Process specimens to be sent out to additional facilities

• Provide support to various areas of the laboratory

• Perform sample sorting, racking and retrieving

• Prepare record logs in a timely and efficient manner

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Qualifications:

• Must have work experience, but can be from a variety of industries. This is an entry-level role in the scientific field so no degree is required, although you must have a completed High School Diploma or GED

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Dublin, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.41 - $20.41/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Dublin, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dublin,OH.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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