Specimen Processor- Full Time- 3rd Shift

Labcorp; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO/FTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor to join our Houston, TX team. This full-time role operates on a 3rd shift, Monday–Friday, 9:00 PM–5:30 AM with rotating Saturdays. Key duties include preparing biological specimens, validating demographics, data entry, and ensuring timely, accurate results with quality metrics.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Prior Labcorp or healthcare experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proficient computer and typing skills.
• Able to pass a color vision test.
• Comfortable handling human specimens (blood, urine, tissue).
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs and sit/stand for long periods.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Introduce and prepare biological specimens for processing.
• Verify patient demographic information matches requisition forms.
• Data entry of patient information into the system.
• Meet production metrics and quality measures for timely results.
• Unpack and route specimens to staging areas.
• Pack and ship specimens when required.
• Prepare and store excess specimens.
• Resolve problem specimens and document findings.
• Operate automated instruments under supervision when needed.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing

Color vision test

Specimen handling

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor to join our team in Houston, TX.

Work Schedule: 3rd Shift, Monday - Friday, 09:00 PM - 5:30 AM rotating Saturday.

Specimen Processor Responsibilities

• Introduce and prepare biological specimens to the laboratory to ensure accurate processing
• 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
• Operate automated instrumentation under supervision if necessary

Minimum Qualification

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred Qualification

• Current or prior Labcorp experience
• 1 year or more of experience in the healthcare industry, such as a physician's office, clinic or hospital
• 1 year of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment
• 1 year or more of experience in a medical/clinical laboratory experience

Additional Job Standards

• Proficient computer and typing skills
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Comfortable handling human biological specimens including blood, urine and tissue samples
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs, work in protective equipment and sit/stand for long periods of time
• Strong eye hand coordination in order to accurately identify specimens by touch and sight
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to problem solve
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

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