Specimen Processor: Fast-Paced Lab Support

Labcorp; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor to join our Brentwood, TN facility. You will prepare laboratory specimens for analysis, unpack and route specimens, accurately identify and label samples, and help meet production goals.

This role requires a HS diploma, data-entry and basic computer skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Prior specimen processing or medical lab experience is preferred; willingness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 months or more of specimen processing experience.
• 3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience.
• Comfortable handling biological specimens.
• Ability to accurately identify specimens.
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Ability to work in a fast paced production environment and meet established turn-around times.
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas
• Accurately identify and label specimens
• Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities
• Meet department activity and production goals
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples
• Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
• Resolve and document any problem specimens

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent work

Basic computer skills

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor to join our Brentwood, TN facility. You will prepare laboratory specimens for analysis, unpack and route specimens, accurately identify and label samples, and help meet production goals.

This role requires a HS diploma, data-entry and basic computer skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Prior specimen processing or medical lab experience is preferred; willingness to work overtime as needed.