Specimen Processor/Lab Associate

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 vast laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address critical health challenges. By leveraging advanced technologies and data-driven solutions, we enhance operational efficiency and deliver greater value to customers and patients worldwide.

About the role

The Specimen Processor I will perform clinical specimen accessioning, sample sorting, and data entry in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment according to established standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas
• Accurately identify and label specimens
• Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities
• Meet department activity and production goals
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples
• Perform accurate and timely data entry of patient information
• Resolve and document any problem specimens

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (or equivalent)
• Comfortable handling biological specimens
• Ability to accurately identify specimens
• Strong data entry and organizational skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year or more experience in a lab, accessioning, production, manufacturing, or warehouse environment
• 6 months or more of medical or production experience

Skills

• Experience working in a team environment
• Organizational and accountability skills

Pay

$17.75 - $24.26 per hour

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 4:00 pm – 12:30 am, with rotating Saturdays

Benefits

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

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employees on a 7-on/7-off schedule receive all benefits except PTO or FTO. Employees scheduled for fewer than 20 hours per week, casual, intern, and temporary employees are eligible for the 401(k) plan only.