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 global laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address critical health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact on people’s health worldwide.

About the role

The Specimen Processing Team Lead supports daily accessioning operations by guiding team workflows, overseeing specimen preparation and routing, and ensuring adherence to established procedures. This role performs quality assurance checks, resolves production issues, and promotes continuous process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency. The Team Lead enforces policies, supports administrative tasks, and collaborates with management to maintain effective and compliant operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the accessioning 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
• 1 year or more experience in a clinical laboratory or hospital setting
• 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 30 lbs, work in protective equipment, and sit/stand for long periods of time
• Strong eye-hand coordination to accurately identify specimens by touch and sight
• Familiarity with laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree
• 1 year or more experience in AP or Histology specimen handling
• 6 months or more experience leading a team

Pay

$21.18 - $32.29 per hour plus Shift 2 Differential. 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.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm to 12:30 am. Overtime and rotating weekends may be required.

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life, STD/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 only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible for all benefits except PTO or FTO.