Specimen Processor: Fast-Paced Lab Ops & Data Entry

Lab; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp in Anchorage, AK seeks a Specimen Processor to prepare and accession specimens, ensuring accurate data entry and proper handling of samples. The role supports high-throughput lab operations in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and offers benefits with schedule Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM, with potential overtime and rotating Saturdays as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Prefer 6+ months of medical office or hospital data entry.
• Prefer 6 months' specimen processing experience.

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

Data entry

Specimen processing

Education

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Job description

Labcorp in Anchorage, AK seeks a Specimen Processor to prepare and accession specimens, ensuring accurate data entry and proper handling of samples. The role supports high-throughput lab operations in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and offers benefits with schedule Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM, with potential overtime and rotating Saturdays as needed.