Night Shift Specimen Technician I — Lab Prep & Data Entry

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Wood Dale, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k)

Education assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Inc. in Wood Dale, IL, is seeking a Specimen Technician I on the night shift (11:00 PM–7:30 AM) with rotating weekends. You will support the lab by organizing specimens, entering test orders, and preparing samples for analysis.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and flexibility for overtime or on-call needs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 diagnostics leader.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience required; production/medical setting preferred.
• Must be flexible for night shift with weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Data entry of test orders and processing of specimens.
• Presort, pickup and delivery of specimens to the lab.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and testing; resolve simple issues.

Skills

Data entry

Laboratory support

Specimen handling

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Centrifuge

Pipettes

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Inc. in Wood Dale, IL, is seeking a Specimen Technician I on the night shift (11:00 PM–7:30 AM) with rotating weekends. You will support the lab by organizing specimens, entering test orders, and preparing samples for analysis.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and flexibility for overtime or on-call needs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 diagnostics leader.