Specimen Technician

ManpowerGroup; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Wood Dale, IL is seeking a Specimen Technician to join a fast-paced diagnostic lab. You will process specimens, perform centrifugation and preparation, and enter data to ensure accurate patient testing and timely results in a production-focused environment.

This contingent role offers hands-on experience in clinical laboratory operations, with potential pathway for hire based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong data entry skills for high volumes.
• Basic computer proficiency required.
• Previous laboratory, hospital, or specimen processing experience preferred.
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred.
• Experience in a production/fast-paced environment preferred.
• Must be eligible to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and process incoming specimens for laboratory testing
• Perform specimen centrifugation, aliquoting, and preparation activities
• Conduct data entry while maintaining productivity and accuracy standards
• Support specimen storage, retrieval, pickup, and delivery functions
• Resolve pending specimen issues and assist with locating missing samples
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow department procedures, compliance regulations, and laboratory safety protocols
• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff and other departments as needed

Skills

Data entry

Basic computer skills

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you're looking to build a career in healthcare and laboratory operations, this is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced diagnostic environment where your work directly supports accurate patient testing. As a Specimen Technician, you'll play a critical role in specimen processing, data entry, and laboratory workflow, helping ensure quality results and exceptional service for patients and healthcare providers.

Location: Wood Dale, IL

Pay Rate: $18.64 - $21.44 per hour (based on experience)

Employment Type: Contingent with potential pathway for hire

Schedule: Third Shift, Nights (40 hours per week)

Why This Role Matters

As a Specimen Technician I, you will support the laboratory by processing, organizing, and preparing specimens for testing. Your attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to work efficiently in a production-driven environment are essential to maintaining quality standards and ensuring timely diagnostic results.

What You'll Do

• Receive, sort, and process incoming specimens for laboratory testing

• Perform specimen centrifugation, aliquoting, and preparation activities

• Conduct data entry while maintaining productivity and accuracy standards

• Support specimen storage, retrieval, pickup, and delivery functions

• Resolve pending specimen issues and assist with locating missing samples

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

• Follow department procedures, compliance regulations, and laboratory safety protocols

• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff and other departments as needed

What We're Looking For

• A current, up-to-date resume

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Strong data entry skills with the ability to accurately process high volumes of information

• Basic computer proficiency required

• Previous laboratory, hospital, or specimen processing experience preferred

• Medical terminology knowledge or medical background preferred

• Experience in a production or fast-paced work environment preferred

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and work in a biohazard environment

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call schedules as needed

• Ability to meet compliance requirements

• Must be eligible and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US

What's In It For You

• Competitive pay with opportunity for growth

• Fast-track hiring process

• Hands-on experience in a clinical laboratory environment

• Valuable healthcare and laboratory industry experience

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Collaborative team environment focused on quality and operational excellence

• Opportunity to develop skills in specimen processing, laboratory operations, and healthcare diagnostics

Benefits for Manpower Associates (Upon Eligibility)

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k)

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.