Specimen Processing Specialist - Laboratory Service : Job Details

Are you organized, accountable, and have always gone the extra mile to make sure things are done right? Imagine the impact those skills can have in ensuring the accuracy of millions of healthcare tests, every month. If you share our passion for strengthening physician care, please apply for the Specimen Management Specialist position!

Labcorp is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join their Specimen Management team at our Core Lab facility in San Diego CA.

Pay Range: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Plus applicable differential

All job offers will be based on a candidates skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

Work Schedule: This is a casual/PRN position; hours will be as needed the start and end times will vary.

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison between the lab, clients, and patients.
• Resolve internal & external customer requests via calls, instant messenger & email communications.
• Communicate with customers in a respectful and professional manner.
• Work in multiple databases to research complex issues and questions.
• Provide customer education and information as needed.
• Review test forms for accuracy and report any discrepancies.
• Prepare and triage specimens for analysis.
• Accurately identify and label specimens.
• Pack and ship specimens as necessary.
• Prepare and store excess specimen samples.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree or higher is preferred.
• Prior Labcorp experience highly preferred.
• Prior medical/clinical laboratory experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Comfortable handling biological specimens.
• Ability to accurately identify specimens.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong data entry and organizational skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs.
• Ability to pass a standardized color blind test.

If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!