Evening Specimen Processor for High-Volume Lab

Labcorp; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Second shift differential

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor in Spokane, WA. The role involves preparing biological specimens for testing, verifying patient data, and entering information in the lab system. You will handle specimens, maintain quality metrics, and ensure safe handling of materials in a fast-paced environment.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00 pm to 2:30 am, with overtime and rotating weekends as required. Candidate should have a HS diploma or GED and may need 6+ months experience in data entry

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 6 Months or more medical office or hospital patient data entry experience.
• 6 months or more experience with specimen processing.
• Proficient computer and typing skills."
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Responsibilities

• Introduce and prepare biological specimens to the laboratory to ensure accurate processing.
• Open specimens and pour off into secondary containers to prepare for analysis and testing.
• Verify patient demographic information matches the test requisition form submitted.
• Data entry of patient information into the computer system for tracking purposes.
• Meet key production metrics and quality measures to ensure timely and accurate results.
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas.
• Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities when required.
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples.
• Resolve and document any 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 if necessary.

Skills

Typing

Computer skills

Color blindness test

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor in Spokane, WA. The role involves preparing biological specimens for testing, verifying patient data, and entering information in the lab system. You will handle specimens, maintain quality metrics, and ensure safe handling of materials in a fast-paced environment.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00 pm to 2:30 am, with overtime and rotating weekends as required. Candidate should have a HS diploma or GED and may need 6+ months experience in data entry