Night Shift Lab Specimen Specialist

Northeast Georgia Health System; Gainesville (GA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System seeks a Specimen Processor for nights in Gainesville, GA. This semi-technical role supports the clinical laboratory by handling a variety of specimens, ensuring accuracy, safety, and proper documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include processing specimens, labeling, routing orders, coordinating with phlebotomy and nursing staff, and contributing to QA and batch processing while maintaining patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three years of continuous lab assistant experience.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle specimen receipt and distribution from nursing, phlebotomy, and outpatient areas.
• Maintain specimen integrity and accuracy of labeling and documentation.
• Coordinate with lab teams to resolve sample issues and ensure proper routing.
• Operate centrifuges and basic lab equipment per SOPs.
• Assist with special billing and reference lab logistics as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System seeks a Specimen Processor for nights in Gainesville, GA. This semi-technical role supports the clinical laboratory by handling a variety of specimens, ensuring accuracy, safety, and proper documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include processing specimens, labeling, routing orders, coordinating with phlebotomy and nursing staff, and contributing to QA and batch processing while maintaining patient safety standards.