Specimen Technician I — Night Shift, Rotating Schedule

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with 5%

Annual incentive plans

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance (MyQuest for Edu)

Blueprint for Wellness program

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Red Bank, NJ, is seeking a Specimen Technician I on a rotating schedule (2:00 PM–11:30 PM). The role emphasizes accurate specimen handling, data entry, and timely delivery to the lab, supporting diagnostic processes.

The position offers growth in a Fortune 500 diagnostics leader, with shift differentials and bonus potential based on performance and company policies.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required.
• Previous experience in a production or medical environment preferred.
• Flexibility to work night shift; weekends/holidays on call and overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Data entry of test orders, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, centrifugation and aliquoting.
• Process specimens to be sent out to additional facilities.
• Prepare laboratory specimens for various analysis and testing.
• Identifies problems and may resolve issues with specimen types when needed.
• Understands the relationship between tests ordered and specimen received.

Skills

Organization skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Red Bank, NJ, is seeking a Specimen Technician I on a rotating schedule (2:00 PM–11:30 PM). The role emphasizes accurate specimen handling, data entry, and timely delivery to the lab, supporting diagnostic processes.

The position offers growth in a Fortune 500 diagnostics leader, with shift differentials and bonus potential based on performance and company policies.