Specimen Processor

Deaconess Health System; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Deaconess Health System in the United States is seeking an entry-level to intermediate Specimen Processor to support high-volume diagnostic testing across departments. You will learn to receive, inspect, and process samples with accuracy, and enter patient data into lab systems.

You will help with labeling, tracking, and distributing specimens, and assist with basic lab tasks while following strict safety and privacy standards in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Entry-level to intermediate role in clinical lab operations.
• Experience with data entry, lab processing, or healthcare workflows preferred.
• Must follow safety and privacy standards with attention to accuracy and labeling.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process samples with accuracy.
• Enter patient information into lab systems.
• Verify specimen quality and labeling throughout the testing process.
• Prepare and distribute samples to different lab departments.
• Support basic lab tasks and culture setup as needed.

Skills

Data entry

Lab processing

Healthcare workflows

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join our laboratory team as a Specimen Processor supporting high-volume diagnostic testing across multiple departments. This entry-level to intermediate role is ideal for candidates interested in clinical lab operations, data entry, and specimen handling.

This role is an excellent opportunity for entry-level candidates to gain hands-on experience in clinical lab operations and healthcare support. You will work with a high volume of specimens, such as blood and urine, learning how to properly receive, inspect, and process samples with accuracy. Responsibilities include entering patient information into lab systems, verifying specimen quality, and ensuring proper labeling and tracking throughout the testing process. Youll also assist with preparing and distributing samples to different lab departments and support basic lab tasks like culture setup. Along the way, you will learn to follow important safety and privacy standards while collaborating with lab staff and healthcare teams to ensure timely and efficient patient care.

Work Environment

Clinical laboratory setting | Fast-paced, high-volume workflow | Requires adherence to strict hygiene and safety protocols | Standing and Sitting

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience with data entry, lab processing, or healthcare workflows (preferred)