Part-Time Specimen Technician I — Lab Data & Processing

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Laurel (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) pre‑tax and Roth IRA with match

Annual incentive plans

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance through MyQuest

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Part‑Time Specimen Technician I in Henrico, VA (Mon and Thu, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM). You will handle data entry, presort, and prepare specimens for testing in a fast‑paced lab environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and flexible scheduling, with potential eligibility for annual incentive plans and advancement within a Fortune 500 leader in diagnostic information services.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required.
• Previous production or medical environment preferred.
• Flexibility to work night shifts; weekends, on call and overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Data entry of test orders, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, centrifugation and aliquoting.
• Process specimens to be sent out to additional facilities.
• Prepare laboratory specimens for various analysis and testing.
• Identifies problems and, where needed, resolves issues with specimen types (e.g., missing information).
• Understands the relationship between tests ordered and specimens received.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Organizational skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Part‑Time Specimen Technician I in Henrico, VA (Mon and Thu, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM). You will handle data entry, presort, and prepare specimens for testing in a fast‑paced lab environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and flexible scheduling, with potential eligibility for annual incentive plans and advancement within a Fortune 500 leader in diagnostic information services.