Specimen Processor III

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is a global leader in diagnostic testing and drug development solutions, helping healthcare providers, researchers, and patients make informed decisions that advance care. Join us in our mission to improve health and improve lives. 

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor III to join our team in Plainview, NY.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 6:00 pm – 2:30am, and rotating weekends

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
• Pick up samples directly from client office
• Communicate effectively with client office staff
• Research, troubleshoot and resolve and document customer and specimen problems, return specimens to client offices for corrections as needed
• Partner with sales to resolve onsite concerns/issues and support initial client set up and expectation setting
• Scrub requisitions to resolve missing items/details
• Spin/freeze/split or other special services as required by client
• Meet department activity and production goals
• Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner 
• Accurately identify and label specimens 
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent
• 2 years or more experience in lab, accessioning, production, manufacturing or warehouse
• 2 years or more medical or patient facing healthcare experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current or prior Labcorp experience

Additional Job Standards:

• Proficient computer and typing skills
• Comfortable handling human biological specimens including blood, urine and tissue samples
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs, work in protective equipment and sit/stand for long periods of time
• Strong eye hand coordination in order to accurately identify specimens by touch and sight
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to problem solve
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

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 this onsite Clerk position!

LabCorp is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join their Specimen Processing and Accessioning team in New York, NY. The position, Senior Specimen Processing Specialist, will be responsible for performing clinical specimen accessioning, sample sorting and data entry in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment located onsite with one of our client offices.

**Pay Range: $18.10 - $28.00 per hour 

2nd shift 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

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. 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 to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please  click here . 

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!

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. 

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