Specimen Processing Team Lead

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through unparalleled science, data, technology, and a laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address critical health challenges. We leverage advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions, and data-driven innovation to enhance operations and deliver greater value to customers and patients.

About the role

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processing Team Lead to join our team in Lawrenceville, NJ. This role involves assisting in the supervision of day-to-day operations, leading the team in daily processes, and ensuring efficient and accurate specimen processing.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM; ability to cover 1st and 3rd shifts and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of the day-to-day operations of the department.
• Lead the team in their daily processes and procedures.
• Assist with preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
• Oversee routing of specimens to their respective prep areas.
• Encourage process improvements and best practices.
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Resolve any production errors as requested by management.
• Research and resolve production errors, escalating when necessary.
• Engage in continuous process and service level improvements.
• Enforce and manage policies and procedures.
• Perform administrative duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• 3+ years of experience in lab, accessioning, data entry, or production.
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Familiarity with laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree.
• 4+ years of experience working in a clinical laboratory.
• 1+ year of experience as a people leader.

Pay

$17.75 - $22.00 per hour. All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, 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, and Vision insurance.
• Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are eligible only for the 401(k) Plan. Employees on a 7-on/7-off schedule receive all benefits except PTO or FTO.